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Why Mexican cartels are increasingly using car bombs and other explosives

Drug cartels in Mexico are increasingly using car bombs and explosives in drones and roads

The Independent UK · Sep 4

Under Kash Patel, FBI forges unprecedented law enforcement ties with China, Russia

FBI Director Kash Patel has initiated new law enforcement partnerships with China and Russia. These collaborations focus on transnational crimes like fentanyl and cyber fraud. Personnel exchanges and joint operations are key components of these new alliances. This marks a significant departure from previous US foreign policy approaches.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Online disinformation fueled panic after the killing of Mexico's most powerful drug lord

Mexico’s government says a surge of online disinformation has amplified cartel violence and spread panic since the death of the country's most powerful drug lord

The Independent UK · Feb 25

Venezuela floated a plan for Maduro to slowly give up power, but was rejected by US, AP source says

Venezuelan government officials floated a plan in which President Nicolás Maduro would eventually leave office, a bid aimed at easing mounting U.S. pressure on the government in Caracas

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

The issue of drugs doesn't usually get showcased at the UN General Assembly. This year is different

Every year, tons of heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and other drugs flow around the world

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2025

Could 'Terrorist' Designation Lead To US Strikes On Drug Cartels?

US President Donald Trump's decision to designate eight Latin American drug trafficking groups as "terrorist" organizations has raised speculation about possible military action on foreign soil.

International Business Times · Feb 19, 2025

How China Allegedly Contributes To The Deadly Fentanyl Crisis

US President Donald Trump has slapped new tariffs on Chinese goods, partly in response to Beijing's alleged role in a deadly opioid epidemic in the United States.

International Business Times · Feb 3, 2025

Greg Abbott’s Border ‘Theatrics’ Now Include Acting Like the State Department

Abbott’s latest bid to expand the bounds of his authority might introduce confusion abroad, experts say.

Texas Observer · Oct 3, 2024

Mexican kingpin's arrest likely to set off violent jockeying for power

A new era is coming for Mexico’s powerful Sinaloa cartel in the wake of the capture by U.S. authorities of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, the last of the grand old Mexican drug traffickers

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2024

What's The Fallout Of Mexican Drug Lords' Capture?

Two top leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel were arrested by US agents in Texas during a dramatic operation and without the involvment of Mexican authorities.

International Business Times · Jul 27, 2024