France reports 11435 heat deaths in tally anger grows
World Paris AP reports France’s first comprehensive heat wave tally shows 11435 dead, about 4000 more than last year’s traffic toll, prompting criticism of slow government response as many victims died at home or in overwhelmed care facilities. London AP notes a coroner prepares an inquest into Dodi Fayed’s death with date yet to be set.
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Soldiers press Taliban holdouts in southern Afghanistan
Afghan troops clash with Taliban in remote Chinaran and Larzab mountains in Dai Chupan district as heavy U S bombing accompanied the operation. A U S special operations soldier died from a fall during a nighttime assault in Zabul province, while Afghan forces report no casualties.
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Nations agree to continue Korean talks US officials voice satisfaction
Beijing hosted talks on North Korea's nuclear program as the six party talks failed to produce a joint statement. US officials voiced satisfaction with outcomes while stressing no triumphal gains, and urged continuing negotiations with China Russia South Korea and Japan backing the approach.
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Blair aide Alastair Campbell resigns from Downing Street
Alastair Campbell, Blair's sharp tongue communications chief and central figure in the Iraq policy controversy, announces resignation for personal reasons. Blair praises Campbell while noting a restructuring that places David Hill as successor to oversee the communications office during a key political crisis.
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Russian tycoon Gusinsky released on bail in Greece
Former Russian media mogul Vladimir Gusinsky was freed on bail from a Greek maximum security facility awaiting extradition to Moscow. He faces fraud and money laundering charges over a $262 million loan and remains barred from leaving Greece.
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