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Mexico Cartel Crackdown Leads to High-Ranking Arrest
PoliticsThe Guardian25d ago

Mexico Cartel Crackdown Leads to High-Ranking Arrest

Mexican authorities have arrested a potential successor to a cartel leader, found hiding in a drainage pipe. This crackdown highlights renewed tactics and raises fears of increased infighting within the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

Mexico Captures Top Jalisco Cartel Leader 'El Jardinero'
WorldReutersFTle-monde+19The GuardianAl JazeerafazberlingskeDWSCMPla-repubblicael-mundo+11 more27d ago22 sources

Mexico Captures Top Jalisco Cartel Leader 'El Jardinero'

Mexican special forces have arrested Audias Flores, known as "El Jardinero," a high-ranking leader and successor to "El Mencho" in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. He was captured while attempting to flee and had a $5 million bounty on his head.

Inside the paradox of Mexico's never-ending war on drugs
WorldTimes of India2mo ago

Inside the paradox of Mexico's never-ending war on drugs

The decades-long war on drugs, initiated by Nixon, has devolved into a geopolitical quagmire. The recent death of cartel leader El Mencho, hailed as a victory, quickly led to widespread chaos, demonstrating how successes in combating drug trafficking often breed deeper crises and more violence across Latin America.

Mexican City Becomes War Zone After Cartel Leader's Death
Politicsdanas2mo ago

Mexican City Becomes War Zone After Cartel Leader's Death

The Mexican city of Jalisco became a war zone following the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', shortly after his arrest during a bloody armed conflict, with the Mexican president praising special forces for his capture.

Violence in Mexico raises World Cup hosting concerns
Worldvijesti-me2mo ago

Violence in Mexico raises World Cup hosting concerns

Following the killing of a cartel leader and a wave of violence in Jalisco state, some Guadalajara residents question the city's decision to host the World Cup, despite authorities claiming there is no risk.

Morning news brief
PoliticsNPR3mo ago

Morning news brief

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Violence in Mexico after military kills notorious drug cartel boss – a visual guide
WorldThe Guardiancbcnational-post+1Mexico News3mo ago4 sources

Violence in Mexico after military kills notorious drug cartel boss – a visual guide

Streets empty as residents shield from chaos of retaliatory attacks after death of ‘El Mencho’ in federal raid Mexico is on alert after cartel gunmen went on a violent rampage of revenge in response to federal forces killing their leader, a notorious mob boss known as “El Mencho”. Authorities had attempted to capture Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes in the western state of Jalisco on Sunday but the raid led to a firefight that fatally wounded the infamous leader and killed six of his accompli...

Mexico tense after El Mencho’s death: Videos show chaos as cartel members storm airport, torch petrol pump
PoliticsobservadorTimes of India3mo ago2 sources

Mexico tense after El Mencho’s death: Videos show chaos as cartel members storm airport, torch petrol pump

Mexico's most wanted cartel leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," was killed by the government, sparking widespread violent reprisals. Cartel operatives retaliated by blocking roads, torching businesses, and vehicles across several states, demonstrating their power and reach. The unrest disrupted daily life, including transportation and events, highlighting the significant influence of organized crime.

Mexico fears more violence after army kills leader of powerful Jalisco cartel
WorldReuterswsjNPR+14nosle-figaroFrance 24delfi-ltdigi24The Independenthinduil-sole-24-ore+6 more3mo ago17 sources

Mexico fears more violence after army kills leader of powerful Jalisco cartel

School was canceled in several Mexican states and local and foreign governments alike warned their citizens to stay inside following the army's killing of the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," and the violence it spurred

Mexican military kills cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ in US-backed raid
WorldBBCnzztvn24+11hvgindex-hrpolitikenhinduhotnewsTimes of IndiaDawniefimerida+3 more3mo ago14 sources

Mexican military kills cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ in US-backed raid

One of Mexico’s most notorious drug lords, Nemesio Oseguera, or “El Mencho,” was killed in a military raid on Sunday, sparking widespread retaliatory violence. President Claudia Sheinbaum has been under mounting pressure from Washington to intensify her offensive against drug cartels blamed for producing and smuggling drugs, particularly the synthetic opioid fentanyl, across the border to the US. Oseguera, 60, the mastermind of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) died in custody...

"El Mencho": Military kills powerful Mexican drug lord
Worldtagesschauhindujerusalem-post+1ndtv3mo ago4 sources

"El Mencho": Military kills powerful Mexican drug lord

Since 2011, he led one of Mexico's most powerful drug cartels, and now the military has killed the notorious "El Mencho." In response to the military operation, cartel members in several

Warnings issued in Mexico
Worldsvenska-dagbladethinduTimes of India3mo ago3 sources

Warnings issued in Mexico

Embassies of several countries in Mexico have, on Sunday, local time, issued warnings to their citizens due to the unrest in the country following the killing of a cartel leader.

Worldnews24-sa27d ago

Mexico Captures Key Criminal Figures

Mexican authorities have captured several top criminals, including a high-ranking associate of cartel leader 'El Mencho', in a significant blow to organized crime.

Balkan Cartel Leader Arrested in Montenegro in Major Drug Bust
Worlddeloindex-hrn1-serbia+1124urjutarnji-listdanasklix-ban1-bihvijesti-meANSAbalkan-web+3 more1mo ago14 sources

Balkan Cartel Leader Arrested in Montenegro in Major Drug Bust

A high-ranking leader of the "Balkan Cartel" was arrested in Montenegro as part of a large-scale international operation, involving Europol, targeting a major cocaine trafficking network. The operation has led to further arrests and significant seizures across the region.

Mexican Navy Kills 11 Sinaloa Cartel Members in Security Operation
Worldindex-hr2mo ago

Mexican Navy Kills 11 Sinaloa Cartel Members in Security Operation

The Mexican Navy killed at least 11 suspected members of the Sinaloa drug cartel during a security operation in northern Mexico, where naval personnel were attacked upon arrival at the location and returned fire. The daughter of one of the cartel leaders was also found.

Mexican President Sheinbaum's Call with Trump
Politicsel-universal-englishMexico News2mo ago2 sources

Mexican President Sheinbaum's Call with Trump

Mexican President Sheinbaum revealed she spoke with U.S. President Trump following the fatal wounding of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader 'El Mencho' during a military operation.

Mexican Authorities Detail Capture and Death of 'El Mencho'
Worldnewsbeastvanguard-ng3mo ago2 sources

Mexican Authorities Detail Capture and Death of 'El Mencho'

Mexican security officials have revealed details of the operation that led to the death of the country's most wanted drug cartel leader, 'El Mencho', including his hideout in the forest and how an accomplice led to his capture.

Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader
Worldhavana-times3mo ago

Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel unleashes its fury over the killing of its leader "El Mencho", including Road blockades and burned vehicles The post Chaos in Several Mexican States after Killing of Cartel Leader appeared first on Havana Times.

Mexican military kills cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ in US-backed raid
Worldwsjhinducyprus-mail+1Daily Sabah3mo ago4 sources

Mexican military kills cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ in US-backed raid

One of Mexico’s most notorious drug lords, Nemesio Oseguera, or “El Mencho,” was killed in a military raid on Sunday, sparking widespread retaliatory violence. President Claudia Sheinbaum has been under mounting pressure from Washington to intensify her offensive against drug cartels blamed for producing and smuggling drugs, particularly the synthetic opioid fentanyl, across the border […]

Mexican Army Kills Jalisco Cartel Leader 'El Mencho'
PoliticsFox Newsaktuality-sk3mo ago2 sources

Mexican Army Kills Jalisco Cartel Leader 'El Mencho'

Mexican security forces conducted an operation against the Jalisco Nueva Generación drug cartel, resulting in the death of its leader, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho,' and six other gang members, raising fears of retaliatory violence.

Video: Cars Burnt, Roads Blocked, Violence In Mexico After 'El Mencho' Killed
WorldNHK Worldhinduaktuality-sk+6Times of Indiahindustan-timesDawniefimeridandtvDaily Star BD3mo ago9 sources

Video: Cars Burnt, Roads Blocked, Violence In Mexico After 'El Mencho' Killed

Buildings and vehicles were vandalised as hundreds of fires dotted the skyline of Mexico's Guadalajara after the army killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes or "El Mencho", the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mexican Army Kills Powerful Cartel Leader 'El Mencho'
WorldAPReutersBBC+57bloombergNYTwsjFTwapoThe GuardianNPRcnbc+49 more3mo ago60 sources

Mexican Army Kills Powerful Cartel Leader 'El Mencho'

The Mexican army killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, during a military operation.

Top Mexican drug cartel leader killed
Politicsle-mondeel-universal-english3mo ago2 sources

Top Mexican drug cartel leader killed

Mexico confirmed on Sunday that soldiers had killed one of the country's biggest drug lords and the leader of the violent Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Oseguera – one of the most wanted men in both Mexico and the United States. Retaliatory violence has spread to multiple states, as roads are being blocked and flights canceled.

Mexico Denies CNN Report on CIA Anti-Cartel Operations
WorldAl Jazeeracbcsvenska-dagbladet+5EL PAISThe Independenthindustan-timeszerohedgeMexico News12d ago8 sources

Mexico Denies CNN Report on CIA Anti-Cartel Operations

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and other officials have strongly denied a CNN report alleging direct CIA involvement in deadly operations and assassinations against cartel leaders on Mexican soil. Mexico has criticized the report, suggesting it may be a coordinated media attack.

Mexico Arrests Two High-Ranking Jalisco Cartel Leaders
PoliticsEL PAISobservadornewsbeast27d ago3 sources

Mexico Arrests Two High-Ranking Jalisco Cartel Leaders

Mexican authorities have captured two high-ranking leaders of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), including "El Jardinero" and his right-hand man. This operation deals a significant blow to the cartel.

Los Lobos Cartel Leader Arrested in Mexico
Worldnaftemporiki2mo ago

Los Lobos Cartel Leader Arrested in Mexico

A high-ranking leader of Ecuador's 'Los Lobos' criminal organization was arrested at Mexico City's international airport, authorities from both countries announced.

Podcast Explores Mexico After El Mencho's Fall
WorldMexico News2mo ago

Podcast Explores Mexico After El Mencho's Fall

Mexico News Daily's podcast, 'Confidently Wrong,' releases new episodes sharing insider perspectives and firsthand accounts from Jalisco residents on the state of Mexico following the fall of cartel leader El Mencho.

Will El Mencho's cartel wage 'total war' against Mexico? | About That
Worldcbc3mo ago

Will El Mencho's cartel wage 'total war' against Mexico? | About That

Violence and shelter-in-place orders are rippling out across Mexico after the military killed a cartel leader commonly known as 'El Mencho.' Andrew Chang explains how Jalisco New Generation, arguably Mexico's most dangerous cartel, has been building a criminal empire for several years. Images provided by The Canadian Press, Reuters and Getty Images

El Mencho has fallen but the cartel still stands
WorldReuterswsjwapo+8times-ukorf20-minutennz-heraldel-universal-englishglobal-timesbuenos-aires-heraldkuwait-times3mo ago11 sources

El Mencho has fallen but the cartel still stands

The death of the leader of Mexico's largest drug trafficking outfit opens the door to a power struggle that could unleash more violence La entrada El Mencho has fallen but the cartel still stands se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

Fires and Road Blockades in Mexico After Drug Lord's Killing
WorldAPwsjdnevnik-bg3mo ago3 sources

Fires and Road Blockades in Mexico After Drug Lord's Killing

A wave of violence erupted in Mexico following the killing of drug lord "El Mencho" during a special operation. Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes was the leader of the fearsome Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Revenge for his death...

Mexican Forces Kill CJNG Kingpin, Sparks Cartel Chaos Across Guadalajara
WorldAl Jazeeradr-dknrk+13fazsvenska-dagbladetFrance 24vgobservadorYahoohindustan-timesiefimerida+5 more3mo ago16 sources

Mexican Forces Kill CJNG Kingpin, Sparks Cartel Chaos Across Guadalajara

Mexican Forces Kill CJNG Kingpin, Sparks Cartel Chaos Across Guadalajara According to The Wall Street Journal, Mexican security forces killed Nemesio "Mencho" Oseguera, the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and assessed as one of Mexico's most powerful cartel leaders; footage on social media shows utter chaos unfolding across Guadalajara and other CJNG strongholds after Mencho's killing. WSJ cited a senior Mexican official earlier Sunday who confirmed Oseguera was...