The pro-Soviet Afghan government has sentenced to death a number of military officers arrested during a massive crackdown against those suspected of involvement in the recent coup attempt, Western diplomatic sources said Wednesday.

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They also reported Afghan guerrillas have stepped up operations against government troops.

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