Telex C288/19 [Note from the Argentine Minister of Defence to the Uruguayan Foreign Minister regarding the monitoring and surveillance of Zelmar Michelini in Argentina, with an arrest order in place in case of irregularities]

Telex C-288/19, dated 25 April 1975 (Clear and Ciphered), from the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA). The Embassy transcribes a message dated 23 April, received from the Argentine Minister of Defense, Adolfo Mario Savino, concerning various denied attempts by Zelmar Michelini to obtain residency alongside his requests to leave the country.

Note H12-4/1975 (493) [Investigations regarding Zelmar Michelini: denies travel to the U.S., confirms residence at the Hotel Liberty in Buenos Aires]

Note H12-4/1975 (493), dated 7 April 1975, from the Embassy of Uruguay in the Republic of Argentina to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Juan Carlos Blanco, in response to Telex C-108/3P. It transmits information gathered from the Argentine National Directorate of Migration, the United States Embassy in Argentina, and the Federal Police’s Head of Foreign Affairs, regarding the reported trip of Zelmar Michelini to the United States.

Note H12-4/1975 (460) [Reports on the detention of Enrique Erro and support from Argentine politicians; also records the actions of Zelmar Michelini and his forthcoming trip to the U.S., invited by Senator Kennedy]

Note H12-4/1975 (460), dated 3 April 1975, from the Embassy of Uruguay in the Republic of Argentina to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Juan Carlos Blanco, reporting on a meeting held with the Head of the Federal Police Foreign Affairs Department. The note provides details on the information transmitted regarding the detention of Enrique Erro, his upcoming transfer to Villa Devoto Prison, as well as various interventions by his associates and Argentine politicians in response to his situation.

Telex A596 [Reports lack of knowledge regarding the whereabouts of Luis Latrónica]

Telex A-596, dated 9 October 1974 (Clear), from the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA), in response to the message sent in Telex C-316. It reports that the information had already been provided by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Representative for Latin America. It further notes that, after enquiring with the police authorities, his whereabouts remain unknown.

Telex C316/8P [Reports on the concern expressed by the UN Refugee Agency regarding the disappearance of Luis Latrónica in Argentina]

Telex C-316/8P, dated 9 October 1974 (Clear and Ciphered), from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA) to the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES), forwarding a cable received from the Uruguayan Delegation in Geneva. It reports on the visit of the UNHCR Legal Department’s Director, who expressed the agency’s concern over the disappearance of Uruguayan citizen Latronica in Buenos Aires, where he was staying as a transit refugee awaiting travel to the Federal Republic of Germany.

Telex C316/24 [Reports on Michelini’s return from his participation in the Russell Tribunal in Europe and the refusal of the Argentine authorities to allow his permanent residence]

Telex C-316/24, dated 3 June 1974 (Clear and Ciphered), from the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA), reporting on Zelmar Michelini’s return to Argentina after participating in the sessions of the Bertrand Russell Tribunal in Europe. It also notes that Mr. Michelini had requested proof of nationality from the Uruguayan Consulate in order to apply for permanent residency.

Note H7/1974 (637) [Report on the “Cruzada de los 33” (Landing of the 33 Patriots) event in Buenos Aires, attended by former Senator Enrique Erro, who delivered a speech]

Note H7/1974 (637), dated 3 May 1974, from the Embassy of Uruguay in the Republic of Argentina, to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Juan Carlos Blanco, enclosing a photocopy of a text reporting on an event held on 19 April at the Argentine Boxing Federation, called the “Commemoration of the Landing of the Thirty-Three Patriots.” The text provides details about the event, including the attendance of former Senator Enrique Erro, and transcribes passages from the speech he delivered.

Telex A-113 [Reports on the detention of Uruguayan nationals Viana, Barboza, and Dutra in Buenos Aires, who were identified as “Tupamaro militants” by the Federal Police]

Telex A-113, dated 23 February 1974 (Clear), from the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA), transcribing an official press statement from the Buenos Aires Federal Police. It reports the arrest of Uruguayan citizens Antonio Viana Acosta, Estela Ángela Barboza, and Eduardo Dutra Soria, identified as “Tupamaro members”, at the property at No.82 Anchorena Street.

Telex C233/18G [Reports that the Uruguayan Military Justice has requested the capture of former legislator Héctor Gutiérrez Ruiz, who is presumed to be in Argentina]

Telex C-233/18G, dated 11 September 1973 (Clear and Ciphered), sent from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DIPLOMACIA) to the Embassy of Uruguay in Argentina (URUBAIRES). It reports that the Military Justice has requested the arrest of former legislator Héctor Gutiérrez Ruiz and that he is presumed to be in Argentine territory. It further states that this case falls under the instructions set out in Telex C-222/21G.

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