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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Paul Farrell

Mexican President Sheinbaum rules out US conflict after unauthorized agent deaths

  • Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ruled out conflict with the United States after two CIA agents died in an accident in the state of Chihuahua.
  • Sheinbaum stated that while she hopes this remains an isolated case, Mexico expects the U.S. to respect its constitution and national security laws moving forward.
  • Mexico's Ministry of Security confirmed it was unaware of the foreign agents' operations, noting that one entered on a visitor visa and the other on a diplomatic passport.
  • The CIA has declined to comment on the deaths of the agents, who were confirmed as members of the agency by U.S. officials and other sources.
  • Sheinbaum demanded clarification on the operation's details and urged the Attorney General’s Office to take action, leading to the governor of Chihuahua and the state attorney being called to testify.

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