Davids translations and fiction had brought him considerable recognition in the U.S.S.R. Including the title of "laureate" for his translations. Davids wife. Mile. is also a skilled translator who has been unable to find employment since the familys emigration request was filed. Another disturbing development occurred last spring when David was arrested after leaving the American Embassyhe was questioned and held incommunicado by the KGB for 10 hours. He also suffered a heart attack last year and is increasingly affected by the problems of stress. I urge the Soviet Union to honor its international commitments as outlined in the Helsinki Final Act. of which they are a cosignatory. and allow the Shreirs to join their relatives in Israel.
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