The Mexican Navy has reported that two aid boats, which were en route to Cuba, have gone missing.

The Mexican Navy has intercepted and seized almost two tons of suspected cocaine at sea, as the United States continues its lethal strikes in the region.

Questions have arisen regarding a potential government cover-up of a February oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, with the Mexican navy later stating that a petroleum tanker and natural seabed activity were likely causes.

Puerto Vallarta has started to reopen after days of violence and unrest sparked by the killing of a Mexican cartel boss. According to the Mexican Navy, the resort city is now secure and the reinforcements that were sent are staying until further notice.

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 military forces seized half a tonne of cocaine in Oaxaca following an air and ground chase, with suspects abandoning their cargo and vehicles in the jungle to escape.