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Description
Marxist-Leninist group formed by Abu Salim in 1979 after breaking away from the now defunct PFLP-Special Operations Group.

Activities
Has claimed responsibility for several notorious international terrorist attacks in Western Europe, including the bombing of a restaurant frequented by US servicemen in Torrejon, Spain, in April 1985. Eighteen Spanish civilians were killed in the attack.

Strength
50.

Location/Area of Operation
Operates out of southern Lebanon, in various areas of the Middle East, and in Western Europe.

External Aid
Probably receives financial and military support from Syria, Libya, and Iraq.