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Over a hundred individuals, including police officers, politicians, lawyers, and intelligence agents, have been indicted or convicted in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the decryption of Sky ECC messages, revealing connections between political figures, drug cartels, and law enforcement.
A secret US operation, 'Southern Copy,' aimed at drug cartels, has reportedly resulted in hundreds of deaths at sea, primarily affecting the lives of fishermen.
US and Iranian officials have reportedly reached a tentative ceasefire deal, but its approval remains uncertain as it awaits a final decision from President Trump. The potential agreement has also influenced oil prices.
Reports indicate that Mexican drug cartels are increasingly establishing and expanding their drug production operations across the African continent.
Two Chinese nationals, Ruhuan Zhen and Hongce Wu, have been indicted on charges of conspiracy to launder money for drug cartels, the US Justice Department announced.
An ally of a former Mexican governor has been taken into US custody, facing charges related to alleged ties with drug cartels. The arrest marks a significant development in cross-border efforts against organized crime.
US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to accusations of ceasefire violations from both sides. This escalation intensified tensions in the region and caused oil prices to jump.
An analysis delves into the diverse roles women play within Latin American organized crime, ranging from informants and mistresses to powerful leaders.
Authorities in Mexico determined that the assailant who opened fire on tourists at the Pyramid of the Moon was not linked to drug cartels, with notes found in his backpack suggesting new problems related to unprecedented lone-wolf attacks.
Mexico has potentially identified 40,000 out of a total of 130,000 missing persons, a number that surged after the country launched its war against drug cartels in 2006.
Democratic Party deputies Oerd Bylykbashi, Albana Vokshi, and Ervin Minarolli met in Sweden with Erik Ottoson to discuss the 'electoral farce' of 2025 and alleged government ties to drug cartels.
US President Trump aims to forge an alliance with like-minded presidents to combat drug cartels, though key Central and South American states are notably absent from the proposed coalition.
A Pentagon official announced the continuation and expansion of military operations against drug cartels in Latin America, including potential ground forces, raising concerns about an 'endless war'.
US media reports indicate that Attorney General Pam Bondi has been moved to a military base due to security concerns. Threats against her reportedly originated from drug cartels and individuals dissatisfied with her actions.
The US Treasury Department is targeting 14 counties across the United States where it suspects drug cartels are laundering cash, indicating a focused effort to combat illicit financial flows.
President Trump has called upon Latin American allies to deploy their militaries in the fight against drug cartels, proposing a regional security initiative.
The first military operation under the 'Shield of the Americas' initiative resulted in the sinking of a drug boat and the deaths of six individuals, targeting drug cartels and guerrilla groups.
A podcast shares insider perspectives on the evolving landscape of drug cartels in Mexico following the influence of 'El Mencho'.
Correspondents discuss the significant challenges faced in Mexico's ongoing efforts to combat drug cartels, describing it as a different kind of war.
White House official Stephen Miller told Latin American military leaders that drug cartels can only be defeated with military force, explicitly stating a shift in US policy under President Donald Trump.
Ecuadorian and US forces have launched joint operations against alleged terrorist organizations, targeting drug cartels in the South American country.
An article discusses the rise of Mexican drug cartels, prompted by the killing of 'El Mencho', a prominent cartel leader.
Claudia Sheinbaum, the inimitable president of Mexico, is taking on Trump and the drug cartels The Observer
An article argues that President Trump possesses constitutional authority to take action against drug cartels in Mexico, citing historical precedents set by past presidents against foreign threats.
Washington and Tehran are negotiating Iran's nuclear program in Geneva, Hillary Clinton testifies in the Epstein affair. And: How do Mexico's drug cartels work? The F.A.Z. Frühdenker.
Drug consumption has empowered Mexico's cartels, which now control a third of Mexican territory and generate billions in profits.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday she is considering legal action following a comment by tech billionaire Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, that alleged she was connected to drug cartels. Musk’s post on X followed the capture and killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader Nemesio Oseguera, “El Mencho,” by Mexican security […]
Experts say that to break the power of drug cartels in Mexico, which have killed tens of thousands, more than just repression is needed; corruption and money laundering must also be fought.
With the killing of "El Mencho," the Mexican government seems to have ended its truce with the country's drug cartels. Who was the drug boss, and what is the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, or CJNG?
Mexico is weighing legal action after Elon Musk allegedly linked the country's president to drug cartels.
Mexican President Sheinbaum demonstrates to Trump her resolve in the fight against drug cartels.
"Mexico must step up their effort on Cartels and Drugs!" Trump wrote in a social media post.
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 […]
A new US-military-led task force specialising in intelligence collection on drug cartels played a role in the Mexican military raid on Sunday that killed the Mexican drug lord known as 'El Mencho,' a
The number of disappearances in Mexico has surged by 200% over the past decade, with over 130,000 people now considered missing as drug cartels expand their influence.
An EU agency has issued a warning that criminal groups are leveraging technological advancements, including artificial intelligence, to produce new drugs and evade law enforcement.
An investigation into corruption within the South African police force has revealed scandalous details, including ties to drug cartels, missing cocaine, bribery, and a faked murder attempt on a witness.
Guatemala has agreed to collaborate with the United States on joint strikes targeting drug trafficking gangs, according to recent reports. This decision follows a request from Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo for US assistance in combating drug cartels.
Northern Peru, where the Andes meet the Amazon rainforest, is transitioning from a region known for coca cultivation for drug cartels to a hub for eco-tourism and highland hiking tours.
An investigation by Fault Lines is examining forced disappearances allegedly carried out by Ecuador's military during its campaign against drug cartels.
Authorities at Piraeus port successfully seized approximately 46 kilograms of cocaine, estimated to be worth 1.7 million euros. The significant drug bust represents a major blow against drug cartels.
A US government strategy document, reportedly authored by Gorka Sebestyén, attacks Europe, left-wing groups, transgender individuals, and drug cartels, portraying Europe as a declining 'terrorist incubator'.
Mexican forces arrested Audias Flores Silva "El Jardinero", causing violence, but it is a key step against drug cartels.
Nigeria's NDLEA arrested a pastor and his wife in Lagos after discovering 11kg of skunk hidden in their vehicle, as part of a nationwide crackdown on drug cartels.
A federal judge has rejected the Pentagon's attempt to immediately enforce a ban on AI company Anthropic's tools, reinforcing an earlier temporary block and preventing the government from crippling Anthropic's operations.
Parliamentary theatrics, including 'butt lifts' and 'pillow talk,' have surrounded Mkhwanazi’s critical accusations regarding drug cartels, drawing attention to the political drama.
Home Minister asks new CM to crackdown on drug cartels, recover looted police weapons
The Indian government has added 2-Bromo-4-Methylpropiophenone to its list of controlled substances due to its use by drug cartels in manufacturing mephedrone, also known as 'meow meow'.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi was quietly moved to a Washington D.C. military base after receiving threats from drug cartels and people pissed about her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case,…
Attorney General Pam Bondi has discreetly moved to a military base in Washington along with other U.S. officials after receiving threats from drug cartels, following her involvement in the prosecution of Nicolás Maduro and the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Trump Urges Latin American Allies to Use Military Against Drug Cartels WSJ
Donald Trump has offered Latin American leaders the option of US missile strikes to target drug cartels.
Ecuador and the United States conducted a joint military operation to dismantle drug trafficking networks in the South American country, according to authorities from both nations.
At the inaugural 'Americas Counter Cartel Conference', Trump administration officials pledged ongoing military operations against cartels in Latin America.
Mexico steps up investigations into fuel smuggling by drug cartels Reuters
The United States and Ecuador have initiated joint military operations aimed at combating drug trafficking in the South American nation.
Ecuador and the United States are preparing joint operations to eliminate the influence of drug cartels in Ecuador, a country through which 70 percent of cocaine from Colombia and Peru passes.
Several Mexican cities are experiencing an 'explosive' situation with a war between drug cartels, police, and the military, following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.
An article examines the deep entrenchment and real history of Mexican drug cartels, tracing their evolution from cocaine transporters to global criminal organizations, referencing the death of 'El Mencho' as a point exposing their power.
Mexico's Sheinbaum Weighs Legal Action After Musk Alleges Cartel Ties Authored by Tom Ozimek via The Epoch Times, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she is considering legal action after tech billionaire Elon Musk alleged on social media that she was taking orders from drug cartels. Speaking at a Feb. 24 news conference in Mexico City, Sheinbaum said government lawyers were reviewing the matter. “We’re considering whether to take some legal action,” she said. “The lawy...
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced she is considering legal action against Elon Musk after the billionaire suggested she was linked to drug cartels.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering suing tech billionaire Elon Musk after he accused her of having ties to drug cartels, though a defamation lawsuit in the US might be challenging.
The killing of cartel leader 'El Mencho' by Mexican forces triggered a wave of violence in the country.
The White House has issued a warning to Mexican drug cartels not to harm American citizens, stating they will 'pay dearly' if they do, following the reported death of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.
Drug cartels in Mexico are not just criminal gangs; in many areas, they act like shadow governments. The moment has also revived memories of another infamous kingpin, Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman, also k
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.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday called on Mexico to strengthen its campaign against drug cartels, a day after a military operation killed a high-profile cartel leader and tri...
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...
Nemesio Oseguera, the 59-year-old leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, was wounded in a clash with soldiers in the city of Tapalpa and died during transport by plane.
The number of missing or disappeared persons in Mexico has surged by 200% over the past decade, with over 130,000 individuals now unaccounted for as drug cartels expand their influence.
Four decapitated bodies were discovered inside an abandoned vehicle near a regional parliament in Guerrero, Mexico, a state frequently plagued by clashes between drug cartels vying for control of trafficking routes.
Police in Faisalabad, Pakistan, are launching a major operation against drug cartels after arresting 80 women and 20 men involved in supplying narcotics to university and college students.
Latin America is increasingly becoming a battleground for global powers, with the United States and China vying for influence. This analysis examines the region's key developments, including democratization, the spread of drug cartels, and China's growing presence.
Federal authorities have accused Chinese nationals in Virginia of conspiring with drug cartels to launder money.
A CNN investigation revealed that the CIA has been conducting an "extensive campaign" in Mexico since last year, including assassinations, which has further strained the fragile relationship between the Mexican and US governments.
Mexico's tequila distilleries, while attracting tourists, are also drawing the attention of drug cartels. This highlights a darker side to the iconic Mexican liquor industry, as organized crime seeks to exploit its operations.
Nigeria's National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Ghana's anti-drug agency have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in the fight against drug cartels. This pact aims to strengthen joint efforts to tackle illicit drug trafficking in the region.
Following the killing of a major trafficker, a report highlights the significant role of women as masterminds in Latin American drug businesses, challenging traditional perceptions of cartel leadership.
Mexican drug cartels are reportedly fueling illegal red snapper harvests in the Gulf of Mexico, impacting marine ecosystems and local economies.
An Arizona firearms dealer has been indicted on charges of allegedly supplying weapons to two Mexican drug cartels, CJNG and Sinaloa Cartel, both designated as foreign terrorist organizations.
Terror fears are escalating in Mexico due to the ongoing war against drug cartels, impacting security preparations for an upcoming summer championship. The Norwegian team, for instance, is traveling with three security guards and experts.
The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) issued a strong warning about evolving drug trafficking methods, revealing that cartels are bringing scientists into the UK to produce cocaine that cannot be detected by sniffer dogs.
Belgium's strategic location is now being exploited by cocaine cartels, which leverage global trade, corrupt state institutions, and transform ports into major drug trafficking hubs, with dealers reportedly arriving faster than pizza deliveries.
Former President Donald Trump's recent statements about potential 'surgical strikes' against drug cartels in Mexico have created fear and geopolitical tension in the northern state of Sinaloa. As Washington escalates its rhetoric, questions arise about the likelihood of the White House bombing cartels.
The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.
A high-ranking judge in Antwerp warns that drug trafficking poses a threat to social stability in Belgium, echoing a colleague's concern that the country is becoming a 'narco-state' where mafia groups form a 'parallel force'.
Trump has just introduced a coalition against North and South American drug cartels. Get the latest news from the White House and American politics here.
US Defense Secretary Peter Hegseth has called on Latin American countries to more actively combat drug cartels that are flooding the US with illegal substances.
Hegseth urges Latin American allies to go on offense against drug cartels AP News
Ecuadorian and American forces have initiated joint operations targeting drug cartels, focusing on suppressing drug trafficking through intelligence sharing and operational coordination.
The United States and Ecuador will work together to combat Ecuadorian drug cartels.
Mexican drug cartels are reportedly seeking to acquire weapons in Europe, indicating a potential expansion of their arms procurement networks.
Mexican drug cartels are reportedly flaunting their advanced weaponry on social media, often possessing arms that far exceed the capabilities of local authorities.
The killing of 'El Mencho' has reportedly ended a years-long truce between the Mexican government and drug cartels, raising concerns about a potential war among cartels. The article explores who the drug lord was and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
Rising drug consumption has empowered Mexican cartels, which now control a third of Mexico's territory and generate billions in profits.
His comments followed the army’s killing of notorious drug kingpin El Mencho, the leader of the CJNG cartel
"We are considering whether to take legal action," Claudia Sheinbaum said during her daily morning press conference, adding that government lawyers are reviewing the matter.
Billionaire Elon Musk claimed on X that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is connected to drug cartels, prompting her to announce a lawsuit against him.
Mexico is weighing legal action after Elon Musk linked the country's president to drug cartels, sparking a diplomatic and legal dispute.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is distancing herself from her predecessor's security strategy following the death of drug lord 'El Mencho', signaling a new approach to combating drug cartels.
President Donald Trump called on Mexico to intensify its efforts against drug cartels after widespread violence erupted following a military raid that killed a cartel boss, 'El Mencho', urging stronger action against drugs.
Nemesio Oseguera, the drug lord known as 'El Mencho' and who was killed by the army on Sunday, was an infamous figure in Mexico and was someone who had "unleashed terror" as part of his violent tactics leading one of the country's biggest drug cartels, says France 24's correspondent Ioan Grillo.
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
Florida's IMG Academy has been fined $1.7 million for allegedly accepting tuition payments for two students from individuals connected to Mexican drug cartels.