One of the top three leaders of Mexico’s most powerful drug cartel died in a gunfight with soldiers, ending the long run of a mysterious capo considered a founder of the country’s massive methamphetamine trade.

AT least 18 gunmen have been killed in clashes after drug gangs tried to blockade army bases in northern Mexico, military officials said yesterday.

At least 18 gunmen have been killed in clashes after drug gangs tried to blockade army bases in northern Mexico, military officials said today.