Popular Struggle Front (PSF)

TERRORIST GROUP PROFILES

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Popular Struggle Front (PSF)

From: Patterns of Global Terrorism. United States Department of State Publication 10321

Description

Radical Palestinian terrorist group once closely involved in the Syrian- dominated Palestinian National Salvation Front. Led by Dr. Samir Ghosheh. Rejoined the PLO in September 1991. Group is internally divided over the Declaration of Principles signed in 1993.

Activities

Terrorist attacks against Israeli, moderate Arab, and PLO targets.

Strength

Fewer than 300.

Location/Area of Operation

Mainly Syria and Lebanon, and elsewhere in the Middle East.

External Aid

Receives support from Syria and may now receive aid from the PLO.

Created: 04/02/95
Last Updated: 02/11/97
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