Reagan ordered a heart-stopping mission to capture the hijackers after the "allies" promise them safe passage.

The United States and its allies have promised to help rebuild Afghanistan and give it a chance to establish a democratic government.

In return the allies promised to respect the rights and property of the local government, French civilians and members of the French armed forces.

In return, the ally would promise to refrain from raiding imperial territory, and prevent neighbouring tribes from doing the same.

But the Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies have promised that there will be no peace or normal government until new elections are held.

While those light-water reactors were under construction, Washington and its allies also promised to provide free fuel oil to help North Korea's meet its energy needs.

His allies, roused to martial frenzy, promised war to the death, and several years of conflict followed.

THE six 'safe areas' that America and its allies have promised to defend for Bosnia's Muslims look anything but safe.

Several allies also promised to provide cargo ships and planes immediately.

Other NATO countries and allies have promised an extra 7 000 personnel at least, in addition to the 38 000 already there.