The Latest Breaking News from Mexico

Fed-up Moloney pulls pin after Mexican stand-off

Australian world title prospect Andrew Moloney has withdrawn from his elimination bout in Mexico after multiple delays and another location change.

AAP · Aug 13, 2025

Mexico extradites 26 cartel members to US in deal with Trump administration

The move marks the second time Mexico extradites cartel members to the US, in an effort to curb the threat of US tariffs on its imports.

Euronews · Aug 13, 2025

Delta Air Lines, Aeromexico Seek Extension To Wrap Up US-Mexico Antitrust Alliance Amid DOJ Opposition

Delta Air Lines Inc. (NYSE:DAL) and Grupo Aeromexico requested a five-month extension to wind down their controversial joint venture as federal regulators move to revoke antitrust immunity for the partnership.

Benzinga · Aug 13, 2025

Analysts Warn U.S. Could Conduct Military Strikes Against Cartels Without Mexico's Consent

Two analysts are warning that President Donald Trump could unilaterally order strikes on Mexican cartels, noting his frequent disregard for "a lack of permission"

Latin Times · Aug 12, 2025

Sheinbaum’s rare agreement with Trump says more about Mexico City than DC

Sheinbaum says Mexico City is safer than DC, but rejects Trump’s portrayal of the Latin American city as dangerous

The Guardian - US · Aug 12, 2025

New Mexico Teen Faces Decades In Prison After Attempting To Sell Cocaine And An Automatic Firearm To An Undercover Officer

A New Mexico teenager is facing federal charges after attempting to sell cocaine and an automatic rifle to an undercover police officer

Latin Times · Aug 12, 2025

US force has been used against drug traffickers before – but Trump’s plan is a dangerous escalation

The US president, Donald Trump, signed a secret directive on August 8 authorising the Pentagon to use military force against some Latin American drug cartels. To longtime observers of US foreign policy in the region, his directive only came as a partial surprise.

The Conversation · Aug 12, 2025

People in ICE Custody Complain of Long Waits for Deportation

Many say they are still in immigration detention facilities months after agreeing to leave the U.S.

Capital & Main · Aug 12, 2025

Defense Secretary Hegseth Warns Cartels Over Trump's Order To Use Military Force: 'We Know More Than They Think'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a warning to cartels after Donald Trump approved the use of military force against them

Latin Times · Aug 12, 2025

Inside the desperate hunt for an endangered creature in Mexico City’s canals

Scientists from a university are filtering Mexico City's waters for traces of the DNA of an endangered creature

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025