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Munich: Black September attacks Israeli Olympic delegation

On 5 September 1972, members of the Palestinian group Black September attack Israel’s delegation at the Munich Olympics.

Two delegation members are killed and nine taken hostage. All nine hostages die during the rescue attempt, along with a German police officer. The attack carries the conflict onto an international civilian and sporting stage.

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