Following the initial refusal for repatriation to Israel. both Viktor and Margarita were unable to continue their professional work as chemical and electronic engineers. Neither served in the armed forces nor did they have security clearance or engage in classified work. However. they have been denied an exit visa on the pretense that they know some secret information. In 1978. the Pelakhs applied for another visa. They were informed their visas would be granted if they sat quietly. They were ordered to sign a promise to be silent. not to write protest letters. and not to appeal to any authorities. especially abroad. Their request was refused. Again in 1979 they applied. only to be denied their exit visas. Unofficially. Viktor was told that the reason for refusal was because of the work of his brother living in Omsk.
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