10/26/1986
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"These strikes were conducted in the exercise of our right of self-defense under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter."
"May 1, 1986, is Law Day U.S.A."
"I urge the people of the United States to use this occasion to renew their commitment to the rule of law."
"We will take appropriate measures necessary to protect United States citizens in the exercise of our right of self-defense."