The Latest Breaking News from Mexico

Smugglers Continue Flooding Mexico With Weapons Despite Chatter About Crackdown: 'No One Stops You Unless You Run a Red Light'

Smugglers continue managing to flood Mexico with weapons, the vast majority of which end up in the hands of cartels, despite authorities discussing attempts to crack down on the flows, according to a new report.

Latin Times · Mar 17

Fifa responds to Iran request to move their World Cup games from United States

President of Iranian football federation previously said Iran was ‘negotiating’ with Fifa to move games to Mexico

The Independent UK · Mar 17

FIFA seemingly dismisses idea of Iran moving World Cup matches to Mexico

The Iranian FA’s president said his organisation was “negotiating” with FIFA on relocating his country’s matches.

The Independent UK · Mar 17

Iran seek to have World Cup matches moved from the United States to Mexico

US president Donald Trump said last week he did not think it was “appropriate” for Iran to be at the World Cup “for their own life and safety”.

The Independent UK · Mar 17

King Felipe says Spain’s conquest of the Americas involved 'much abuse' and ethical controversy

Spain’s King Felipe says Spain’s conquest of the Americas involved abuse and ethical controversy, as Spain and Mexico remain at odds over calls for an apology

The Independent UK · Mar 16

A Look At What's in Store for Latin America's Venture Capital Landscape in 2026

According to some investors and analysts, the market is wary of whether early gains by regional AI startups are sustainable, and other persistent barriers, both structural and cultural, continue to bedevil VC activity in the region.

Latin Times · Mar 16

Cartel Operative 'El Pepe,' Who Led Troops To Capture El Mencho, Arrested In Mexico

An operative of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion who played a key role in the operation that led to the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the organization's longtime leader, has been arrested in Mexico.

Latin Times · Mar 16

Mezcal's popularity is booming in the US. That comes with a growing environmental cost in Mexico

Production of mezcal in Mexico is booming

The Independent UK · Mar 16

Mexico City breaks Guinness Record with giant football training session

Mexico City set a new world record for the largest football class ever held as 9,500 people gathered in the iconic Zócalo square on March 15.

Euronews · Mar 16

See how mezcal is made in Mexico

The making of mezcal, an increasingly popular drink made in Mexico, is a long and involved process

The Independent UK · Mar 16