Rayo Montano captured in Brazil in global drug crackdown
Colombian-born Pablo Rayo Montano, once among the world’s top drug traffickers, was arrested in Sao Paulo as part of a DEA led operation with eight countries. More than 70 tons of cocaine linked to the cartel were said to have entered the United States amid raids. seizures included islands near Panama, artwork, real estate, yachts, and cash.
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Rampage at Turkey's top court leaves judge dead four injured
A gunman opened fire at Turkey's highest administrative court killing Judge Mustafa Yucel Ozbilgin and wounding four others. The attacker, shouting I am the soldier of God, claimed retaliation for a February ruling against a teacher wearing an Islamic head scarf. Police interrogate the suspect as secularists warn of rising tensions.
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Merapi eruption tests villagers patience amid evacuation
Mount Merapi in Java roared again, sending ash clouds high as thousands shelter in schools and tents. Farmers and residents refuse to abandon hillside farms, while scientists warn of continued danger and a fragile lava dome may collapse. President Yudhoyono urges remaining evacuees to leave.
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Tungurahua Volcano Erupts Amid State of Emergency
Ecuador reports Tungurahua volcano spewing gas and ash two miles high on Wednesday. Civil Defense says no evacuation yet as government mobilizes personnel. President Palacio declares state of emergency for communities on the volcano slopes after seven years of activity near Quito.
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Iran rejects European incentives on uranium enrichment
President Ahmadinejad rejected a package of incentives to suspend uranium enrichment calling it like trading gold for chocolate. He spoke to a large Arak crowd near a heavy water reactor slated to finish by 2009 amid stalled six nation talks with the United States Britain France Germany versus China and Russia.
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Iraq Cabinet to be unveiled Saturday by Maliki
Prime Minister-designate Nouri al Maliki plans to present a full cabinet to parliament on Saturday two days before the deadline. Interior and defense ministries remain unresolved with al Maliki likely heading those posts if no agreement is reached. Parliament must approve by majority, or Talabani can designate another nominee within set timeframes.
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