
"Searching Warriors" groups scour Mexican cartel lands for missing people
Numerous groups, known as "Searching Warriors," are actively searching Mexican cartel-controlled territories for missing individuals.
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Numerous groups, known as "Searching Warriors," are actively searching Mexican cartel-controlled territories for missing individuals.

Erick Valencia Salazar, a co-founder of one of Mexico's deadliest gangs and former partner to 'El Mencho,' has pleaded guilty in a US court. He now faces a sentence of 10 years to life in prison following a plea deal.

An investigation by NGOs reveals that illegal cockfighting operations, with breeding farms in the US, supply hundreds of thousands of birds to Mexican cartels for thousands of dollars each year.

Federal prosecutors in Virginia have charged four men, including a Russia-linked arms trafficker and corrupt African officials, for attempting to supply a Mexican cartel with surface-to-air missiles.
A surge of weapons is flowing from the U.S. to Mexico. These firearms — sourced from gun shops, shows, websites and apps — are funneled across the border to fuel the country’s most violent crimes.
A former FBI Special Agent, Joaquin Garcia, who infiltrated various organized crime groups, has expressed his fears about one particular group above the rest.

Eighty percent of weapons seized from Mexican cartels come from the US, according to Mexico’s defence minister.

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.
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Mexican special forces, aided by U.S. intelligence, killed a top drug cartel boss, leading to widespread chaos in Mexico and prompting the U.S. State Department to issue and then lift 'shelter in place' alerts for Americans. Travel stocks are in focus following the unrest.

Drug consumption has empowered Mexican cartels, which now control one-third of Mexico's territory and generate billions in profits, operating as criminal conglomerates.
Mexican cartels are reportedly using social media to spread disinformation and exaggerate violence following the death of leader El Mencho, aiming to create an impression of chaos 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.
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Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, Valentin Pereda, Assistant Professor at the School of Criminology at the University of Montreal, says that "one of the key elements that gives the Mexican cartels their power is their access to American-made weapons". At least 73 people died in Mexico's attempt to capture the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the violent aftermath of his death.

Të paktën 25 anëtarë të Gardës Kombëtare të Meksikës kanë vdekur gjatë një vale dhune në shtetin Jalisco pas vrasjes së një bosi droge, ka thënë ministri i sigurisë së vendit. Trazirat kanë shpërthyer

One of the world's most wanted drug traffickers -- a Mexican cartel boss known as "El Mencho" -- was killed by Mexican security forces. After his death, widespread violence erupted across Mexico.

Drug lord who was killed by Mexican special forces on Sunday led a cartel known for aggression and military-style arsenal The drug lord “El Mencho”, who was killed on Sunday by Mexican special forces,
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Relatives are actively searching cartel-controlled territories in Mexico for missing family members, seeking closure amidst ongoing violence.
Guadalajara, a Mexican cartel stronghold, is preparing to host the 2026 World Cup, with expectations of a safe tournament despite violent unrest earlier this year.

An Arizona licensed gun dealer, Laurence Gray, has been charged with attempting to provide material support to terrorist organizations. Federal agents accused him of selling firearms to two Mexican cartels.
Omar Oswaldo Torres, alias “El Patas,” a leader in Los Mayos, was detained during the operation, the navy said. Officials did not identify anyone killed in the operation.

President Trump's proposal to strike cartels within Mexico has created a complex situation in Sinaloa State, a cartel stronghold, where some residents have expressed openness to U.S. intervention.
A former FBI Special Agent, known for infiltrating various organized crime groups including the Mafia and cartels, shares his fears about one particular group above the rest.

Cartel boss El Mencho eliminated in Mexico military raid as drug lords are responsible for over 1 million American deaths

Video footage has been released showing the final hours of cartel leader 'El Mencho', providing insight into his last moments.

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.

New images show where Mexico's notorious cartel boss hid before he was killed, as rumors circulate about a possible successor.

Rising drug consumption has empowered Mexican cartels, which now control a third of Mexico's territory and generate billions in profits.

BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.
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Michael Ramirez cartoon on killing of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho.

Rep. Dan Crenshaw said its time for expanded military action against Mexican cartels after a joint raid killed a "El Mencho" on Sunday.

A Mexican cartel has initiated a wave of violence following the killing of one of its leaders, leading local authorities to urge residents to stay indoors and seek shelter.

Mexican authorities killed Rubén Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho,' the country's most wanted drug lord, leading to cartel unrest and potentially easing concerns for Donald Trump regarding US operations in Mexico.

At least 25 members of the Mexican National Guard and one security guard died in cartel attacks following the capture and death of infamous cartel boss Nemesio Oseguera, alias "El Mencho," on Sunday.

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...
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned two casinos and three individuals for alleged links to Mexico's Northeast Cartel. This action comes as the US also announced it would not extend a temporary license for Iranian oil sales and warned several countries about sanctions.
Laurence Gray, owner of Grips By Larry, has been indicted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona on charges related to selling multiple semi-automatic rifles, a machine gun, and pistols to members of the CJNG and Sinaloa Cartels.

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.

Villagers in Guajes de Ayala, Mexico, are reportedly fighting back against a siege by a Mexican cartel using AK-47s and grenades, as their homes have become ghost towns due to fear.

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.
El Mencho, the leader of one of Mexico's most powerful cartels, was buried on Monday in a lavish golden coffin, accompanied by large floral wreaths and a significant presence of mourners.

A report from Mexico details the aftermath of the death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', describing a region where children aspire to be narcos and forensic experts identify dismembered bodies.
There are almost no limits to the weapons Mexican cartels have access to. They often far exceed the capacity of local authorities, writes our Latin America correspondent in this news analysis.

Mexican authorities reported killing Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to a tense atmosphere and retaliatory attacks with burning cars.

Cartel violence near a Mexican stadium has sparked concerns over the safety of the upcoming World Cup, though President Claudia Sheinbaum stated there is no risk for fans.

The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera.

The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera.

Tourists recounted the terror they experienced in Mexico during a wave of violence that erupted following the death of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho'. One witness described filming in case they died.

At least 73 people died in the Mexican state's attempt to capture the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel and then in the violent aftermath of his death, local authorities announced today.
A tip about drug lord Nemesio Oseguera's romantic liaisons led Mexican authorities to the cartel leader's hideout in a small town of Jalisco state where he was killed, Mexican authorities said on Mond

U.S. and Canadian airlines halted flights to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, as well as some to Guadalajara, Mexico.

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

From Texas, Luxemborg Trading LLC ordered thousands of shipments with the help of shell companies in Mexico, in a vast operation that has delivered $8 million dollars to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel