Venezuelan jet crash kills 160 tourists near Machiques
A chartered jet carrying 160 tourists to Martinique crashed in western Venezuela near Machiques. Engines failed and the pilot tried an emergency landing before the craft went out of control. Rescue workers recovered many bodies and one black box as investigators seek cause. Authorities said there were no survivors.
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Monterrey police arrest 20 linked to organized crime
In Monterrey Mexico police detained 20 people suspected of organized crime and seized several weapons including three hand grenades. Dozens surrounded a restaurant shortly after midnight Monday arresting 18 men and two women. Marcelo Garza said an anonymous tip led to the arrests and noted inclusion of a state police officer and two former officials. London security officials say no evidence yet links July bombings but expect possible connections.
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Mexico
Marcelo Garza
Nuevo Leon
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London
Britain
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NATO Plane Crash Kills 17 Spanish Troops in Afghanistan
In western Afghanistan a NATO helicopter carrying peacekeepers crashed while another made an emergency landing. 17 Spanish troops died and five were injured amid election security work. Reports vary on cause with authorities citing possible sandstorm or hostile fire.
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International Security Assistance
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Spain
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Iraqi leaders optimistic on constitution amid delays in Iraq
Iraqi leaders meet to finish the draft constitution by the August 22 deadline. Kurdish leaders reaffirm no secession plan despite seeking self determination. Shiite and Sunni negotiators push federalism and oil revenue rules while the US cautions self determination not on the table. Citizens voice frustration over delays and ongoing crises.
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Zalmay Khalilzad
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Patriotic Union of Kurdistan
United States
North Korean officials visit South Korea in symbol of thaw
North Korean officials visited South Korea's parliament for the first time during a three day commemoration of the 60th anniversary of liberation. Speaker Kim One ki urged talks and channel to raise North views while backing joint projects. Kim Dae jung, hospitalized with pneumonia, greeted delegate Kim Ki Nam who delivered well wishes from Kim Jong un.
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