One has to admit that the action taken by the government put an end to political violence that had existed for seven to eight years.
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It seemed to be inadmissible to give in on such a fundamental point. This would have meant that any one who would have wanted to be a terrorist could gain eventually their freedom thanks to another kidnapping.
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