The Latest Breaking News from Claudia Sheinbaum

Mexican drug cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ tracked through romantic partner

Killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader sparks wave of violence across western Mexico

The Guardian - UK · Feb 23

Mexico erupts and World Cup security fears rise after a cartel boss’s killing

The fallout from the operation that took out ‘El Mencho’ has already led to the cancellation of football matches. Could the World Cup be affected too?

The Guardian - US · Feb 23

Mexican States Cancel Classes As Violence Over Killing Of El Mencho Continues

Different states across Mexico cancelled classes on Monday as violence over the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, continues.

Latin Times · Feb 23

El Mencho Killed: Who the CJNG Leader Was and What His Death Means for Mexico's Narco Power Balance

Mexico's military killed Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), during an operation of the Mexican Army on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.

Latin Times · Feb 22

Claudia Sheinbaum Says Extradition Requests Are Underway for U.S. Citizens in Mexican Fuel Theft Case

Sheinbaum said the Attorney General's Office is responsible for providing information within the framework of the investigation, including the names of the businesspeople involved.

International Business Times · Feb 22

Mexico and El Salvador make big cocaine seizures at sea as US continues lethal strikes

El Salvador and Mexico have reported major cocaine seizures at sea this week, as U.S. strikes on suspected drug boats leave 11 people dead

The Independent UK · Feb 19

Mexican president challenges UK asylum given to woman accused of corruption

Karime Macías, ex-wife of a state governor, is wanted for allegedly pilfering nearly £5m of public money and now lives in London

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17

Abduction of Mexican mine workers raises doubts over touted security improvements

The abduction of 10 mine workers in Mexico's Sinaloa state has raised questions again about the government's touted security improvements

The Independent UK · Feb 16

Mexico sends aid to Cuba as Sheinbaum walks diplomatic tightrope with US

Much-needed supplies but no oil arrive on navy ships as Trump stokes island nation’s economic crisis

The Guardian - US · Feb 12

Mexican Navy ships carrying humanitarian aid dock in Cuba as US blockade sparks energy crisis

The ships arrived two weeks after US President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on any country selling or providing oil to Cuba, prompting the island to ration energy.

Euronews · Feb 12