An analysis of statements from Warsaw Pact countries about the 1968 Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia.

An analysis of the Czechoslovak regime's fear of an uprising and decision to crush demonstrations.

An analysis of the anniversary of the 1968 Soviet invasion and potential unrest in Czechoslovakia.

An analysis of the future of Communist rule in Czechoslovakia.

An analysis of Prague's efforts to crush dissent amidst the Party's growing unpopularity.

An analysis of the conviction of Vaclav Havel, including its political and diplomatic implications.

Internal and external anti-communists have been protesting and organizing mass demonstrations in Prague, destabilizing the political situation in Czechoslovakia. The peak of the social unrest occurred on 17-19 November. It is concluded that the political, economic, and foreign pressure, as a result of these events, have provoked the start of political change in the CSSR.

The Czechoslovak Ministry of the Interior reports on anti- government activity. Anti-socialist forces in Hungary are collaborating with those in Czechoslovakia. A demonstration on 28 October, 1989 is anticipated in Prague. Security measures have been taken in an attempt to prevent these groups from meeting, propagandizing, and organizing the demonstration.

The Czechoslovak Ministry of the Interior reports on the state of security within the CSSR. A growing anti-communist movement is active within the CSSR, with some cooperation of the "internal enemy" with Western political and ideological groups. Increased levels of crime, violence, and alcoholism are reported.

The Civic Forum, the organizing voice for Czech opposition groups during the Velvet Revolution, outlines their goals for a future Czechoslovak Republic. This includes new program goals including individual rights, the political system, foreign policy, national economy, social justice, the environment, and culture.