Palestinians bury eight as toll of airstrike rises
In Jerusalem a Palestinian crowd buried eight dead after an airstrike and chanted Death to Israel while Israel vowed to continue targeting militants. Amid blasts and clashes, a West Bank death and Gaza mortar and tank fire added to a day of protests and reprisals.
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Blair Becomes First Serving British Leader in Argentina
Prime Minister Tony Blair visits Iguazu Falls meeting President Fernando de la Rua in a non official trip focused on bolstering economic ties as Argentina battles a deep recession and potential default. Britain remains a major investor while both nations seek closer commerce despite wartime history.
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Hundreds feared missing after Indonesian landslides
More than 800 people were missing on Nias Island after torrential rains caused landslides and floods. At least 64 dead with 821 reported missing in three districts. Rescue work hindered by blocked roads and swollen rivers as officials warned the toll would rise.
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Cuban probe into American pilot crash lands near Havana
Cuban authorities moved a crash landed Cessna 172 from the rocky coast to solid ground for disassembly as they investigate the Tuesday incident. The pilot, identified as John Reese or Milo John Reese, fled Marathon Florida before crashing south of Havana after reportedly running on fuel. Reese, a 55-year-old pizza delivery man, had a history of stunts and alleged deception, including faked deaths and protests, per US and Florida officials and local papers. Witnesses said he appeared not seriously hurt and walked away from the plane. authorities gave no location for the pilot. The case was being treated as grand theft in Monroe County Florida, with questions about motive and prior actions in Nevada and elsewhere.
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