Colombia: 2nd rebel leader killed (AP)

3 freed U.S. hostages give thanks for their rescue (AP)
AP - The three American hostages rescued by Colombia's military said in their first public statement that they are doing fine and are thrilled to "return home to the country we love."

Plane with 3 rescued US hostages lands in Texas (AP)
AP - Three American hostages rescued from leftist guerrillas in Colombia have arrived safely in Texas.

Betancourt: Rescue in Colombia was 'impeccable' (AP)
AP - Rescued hostage Ingrid Betancourt says the military operation that freed her from Colombian rebels was "absolutely impeccable" and took her completely by surprise.

McCain presses Colombia's Uribe on human rights (AP)
AP - John McCain said Tuesday he had pressed Colombia President Alvaro Uribe to improve his government's record on human rights but praised his efforts to stabilize the country and reduce the...

Sudan cuts ties with Chad after attack on Khartoum (AP)
AP - Sudan severed relations with Chad on Sunday, accusing it of supporting fighters who assaulted the capital the night before and warned that a top Darfur rebel leader was hiding somewhere...