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Mexican cartel clashes spark security concerns ahead of FIFA World Cup

The violence erupted just under four months before Mexico City hosts the opening match of the World Cup between Mexico and South Africa.

Euronews

From Sinaloa to El Mencho’s CJNG: Which are Mexico’s most powerful cartels

Mexico's drug war rages as powerful cartels, inspired by Pablo Escobar's model, battle for dominance. The Sinaloa Cartel and the aggressive Jalisco New Generation Cartel lead the charge, controlling vast territories and fueling violence. Older groups like the Gulf Cartel and Los Zetas have weakened, leaving a landscape of shifting…

The Times of India

Mexico Rejects All-Out Cartel War: Prioritising Human Rights Over Total Victory – Right or Wrong?

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico emphasizes human rights over military action in the fight against drug cartels, sparking debate amid escalating violence

International Business Times UK

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Where would I go in Mexico – and whatever happened to Acapulco?

Simon Calder has been travelling to and through Mexico almost since the conquistadores arrived

The Independent UK

Forest Cabin and Targeted Strike: How El Mencho’s Girlfriend Became Key to the Operation

Mexico has been gripped by tension and violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” the long-time leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

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A forest cabin in Mexico and a targeted strike: How El Mencho’s girlfriend became central to operation that took him out

Mexico has spent the last 24 hours in a state of high tension after security forces killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, better known as “El Mencho”, a powerful druglord and the long-time head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

The Times of India

Thousands of troops deployed to end clashes in Mexico over death of drug lord 'El Mencho'

Mexican security forces kept up their battle with cartel gunmen following the killing of the country's most powerful drug lord, which sparked a surge in violence and left more than 70 people dead.

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Mexico tourist towns fear reaction ahead of World Cup after cartel violence: ‘The world just saw what happened’

Mexico hoped the death of one of the world’s biggest fentanyl traffickers would ease the pressure

The Independent UK

The criminal ascent of 'El Mencho' as Mexico's most powerful drug lord

Like other drug lords, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” had spent years avoiding the spotlight

The Independent UK

Violent aftermath of Mexico’s ‘El Mencho’ killing follows pattern of other high-profile cartel hits

The death of a major cartel boss in Mexico has unleashed a violent backlash in which members of the criminal group have paralyzed some cities through blockades and attacks on property and security forces.

The Conversation

Drug lord El Mencho killed; cartel rampage brings cities to a halt: What happened in last 24 hours in Mexico

Mexico experienced intense cartel violence following the military operation that killed drug lord "El Mencho." The retaliation included arson, blockades, and gun battles across multiple states, prompting the deployment of 10,000 troops. Authorities tracked and killed the CJNG leader, but his death has led to widespread unrest and a prison…

The Times of India

Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno Urges Mexico to 'Seek Us Military Back Up' After El Mencho's Death: 'Cartels Are a Clear and Present Danger'

Republican Senator Bernie Moreno publicly called on the Mexican government to request U.S. military assistance after the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho."

Latin Times

Almost Two Thirds Of Mexican States Saw Violent Episodes After The Killing Of El Mencho

With widespread violence and chaos following the death of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes "El Mencho" on Sunday, U.S. citizens in Mexico are being urged to shelter in place.

Latin Times

Romantic partner surveillance led to El Mencho’s capture, authorities say

The special forces operation located the drug lord “hidden in the undergrowth” in his home state of Jalisco

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Latin Times

Mexican Officials Say Almost 60 People Have Died During the Wave of Violence in Jalisco Following the Death of 'El Mencho'

President Claudia Sheinbaum said that "Mexico should feel very proud of our armed forces" adding that the government's priority is "to guarantee peace and security"

Sports Illustrated

Road to 2026 World Cup: Mexico’s Four Best Players of the Week—Ranked

Two prolific El Tri attackers continued their stellar start of 2026 this weekend.

International Business Times UK

How a Secret Love Nest and a Mistress's Location Handed Authorities the Kill Shot on El Mencho

The capture of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', was facilitated by tracking one of his romantic partners, leading to a dramatic raid.

The Guardian - US

Mexico faces uphill battle to appease kingpin Trump after cartel boss’s killing

Trump tells Mexico to ‘step up’ effort to combat cartels even after military operation kills drug lord known as ‘El Mencho’

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The Conversation

Calls for a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are growing, but how realistic is one?

The next major international sporting event, the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is already garnering international scrutiny. There have been numerous calls to boycott it.

The Times of India

From El Mencho to El Chapo to Pablo Escobar: How the world’s most notorious drug lords built global empires

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, died after a security operation aimed at arresting him in Jalisco state. The defence ministry said he was seriously injured during clashes between the army and members of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, or CJNG, and later died while being transferred to Mexico…

The Conversation

Countries in the Americas can act to protect the environment without the United States

The United States federal government recently revoked a landmark scientific ruling by the Environmental Protection Agency that stated greenhouse gases are a threat to public health. U.S. President Donald Trump said the ruling was a “disasterous” policy that “severely damaged the American auto industry and massively drove up prices for…

The Times of India

El Mencho was killed after Mexican military tracked his girlfriend to secret 'love nest'

The Mexican military has revealed the details of the operation that took down Mexico's top drug lord, El Mencho, in the Mexican town of Tapalpa, where he was El Mencho had a secret hideout with his mistress. The military did not reveal the name of the drug lord's mistress and…

The Guardian - UK

Violence in Mexico after military kills notorious drug cartel boss – a visual guide

Streets empty as residents shield from chaos of retaliatory attacks after death of ‘El Mencho’ in federal raid

The Times of India

'Could you just be normal': Canada leader slammed for her specific concern for LGBTQ tourists in Mexico after El Mencho's killing

Canadian politician Heather McPherson social media post in the wake of widespread violence in Mexico after the military gunned down gang lord El Mencho went viral as she specifically expressed concern for LGBTQ community members in Puerto Vallarta -- the epicenter of the violence. Social media users did not understand…

Latin Times

Expert Says El Mencho's Death Could Turn Jalisco Cartel Into a 'Wounded Beast' With Multiple Splintering Factions

Mexico's top security official, Omar García Harfuch, confirmed El Mencho's death and said the operation triggered reprisals by the cartel in 11 states, including 85 highway blockades and 70 arrests.

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