The Latest Breaking News from Claudia Sheinbaum

Mexico to host Iran's national World Cup team after US refusal

Iran's national football team will base itself in Mexico during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel into the United States only on matchdays after US President Trump said they were welcome to participate but that it is better they not stay in the country "for their own life and…

France 24 · May 25

Mexico’s president says country has ‘no issue’ hosting Iran’s World Cup team amid US tensions

The team is still scheduled to play its matches in the U.S., but its new base has been relocated to Tijuana, Mexico

The Independent UK · May 25

Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after US 'refusal'

Mexico president says her government have met a FIFA approach to provide a base for Iran's World Cup squad following complications over their proposed US stay.

AAP · May 25

Mexico will discuss drug trafficking and migrant deaths during visit by US security official Mullin

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum hopes to strengthen security cooperation with the U.S. during Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's visit

AAP · May 21

Mexico Sees Drop in Killings but Surge in Disappearances and Extortion, Report Finds

The decline follows years of high violence under former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, whose "hugs, not bullets" approach avoided direct confrontation with cartels

Latin Times · May 21

Mexico Says U.S. Has Not Approved Any of Its 269 Extradition Requests Since 2018

According to the figures presented by officials, Mexico submitted 269 extradition requests to the United States between Jan. 1, 2018, and May 13, 2026, and none have been granted.

Latin Times · May 19

Two Former Mexican Officials Facing Drug Conspiracy Charges Turn Themselves In To U.S.

Two former Mexican officials accused of taking bribes and conspiring with drug cartels have surrendered to U.S. authorities.

International Business Times · May 19

A Ship with Donations from Mexico and Uruguay Reached Cuba: What Did it Bring?

A ship carrying humanitarian aid from Mexico and Uruguay docked in Havana on Monday, bringing food and hygiene products to Cuba as the island confronts a worsening economic and energy crisis tied to fuel shortages, aging infrastructure, and renewed U.S. pressure on countries that supply it with oil.

Latin Times · May 19

President Claudia Sheinbaum Says Trump Has Not Told Her Directly That Drug Cartels Control Mexico

Last week, the two heads of state held what Sheinbaum described as a "cordial and excellent conversation" by phone, during which Mexico reaffirmed ongoing efforts to improve security and advance trade talks.

Latin Times · May 18

Pressure on Mexico after two ex-officials surrender to US over alleged cartel ties

Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum denies any links between her Morena party and organized crime

The Guardian - US · May 18