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333 বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতা যুদ্ধ দলিল : চতুর্থ খন্ড purpose of helping a friendly regime defend itself against possible Communist aggression turns out to be used to crush internal disaffection, or as in the case of the India-Pakistan border war of a few years ago, is used for settling old scores with hostile neighbors. Our entire arms aid program is badly in need of reconsideration, and I intend to playa leading role in that effort. Thank you for expressing your deep concern to me. Sincerely, Sd/ Vance Nartke United States Senator 3. Doctor A. M. Khan, General Secretary Bangladesh Association of British Columbia 905–550 West 12th Avenue Vancouver 9, British Columbia Canada October 7, 1971 Dear Doctor Khan: Thank you for your correspondence concerning the disastrous situation in Pakistan. Certainly all Americans are deeply disturbed by the results of the fighting in East Pakistan. It is clear that the destruction of life and property has been extensive. The United States government has frequently reiterated that it is prepared to assist in any international humanitarian effort to alleviate the suffering caused by recent events. Contrary to many recent reports, the U. S. Department of State asserts that we are currently operating no large scale program of military assistance to Pakistan. A limited amount of supplies has been sent; however, the States Department has told me that no further equipment will be sent pending review of the current situation. 1 appreciated the opportunity of learning your views on this most grave situation. You may be assured that I shall follow future developments in this matter closely, bearing in mind the thoughts which you have expressed. Sincerely Yours, Sd/ Joen G. Tower