Attack on the Saudi Embassy in Khartoum

An attack on the Saudi embassy in Khartoum took place on 1 March 1973. It was carried out by the Black September Organization. Ten diplomats were taken hostage. After President Richard Nixon stated that he refused to negotiate with terrorists, and insisted that "no concessions" would be made, the three Western hostages were killed.

Attack on the Saudi Embassy in Khartoum
The location of Khartoum, Sudan
LocationKhartoum, Sudan
Date1 March 1973 (1973-03-01)
TargetSaudi Embassy
Attack type
Hostage-taking
Deaths2 US diplomats
1 Belgian diplomat
PerpetratorBlack September claimed responsibility
No. of participants
8 Palestinian militants
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