Balovlenkov has sought to persuade the Soviet Government to issue the exit permit that would permit him to be reunited with his family. All his efforts have been unavailing. although the Soviet argument that his access 8 years ago to computer technology information is unconvincing. Faced with the refusal of Soviet authorities to heed reasonable requests or to honor its commitment. as a signatory to the Helsinki Final Act. to the principle of family reunification. Mr. Balovlenkov undertook the first of a series of hunger strikes earlier this year. On June 21. after 43 days without food. he was informed that the exit visa requisite for Ni departure would be issued within 3 days. Contrary to that pledge the visa was not forthcoming. and on July 6 Mr. Balovlenkov resumed his fast. There was no official response when Mrs.
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