Mexico
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"
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says The Country Is 'Calm And Peaceful' After Killing Of El Mencho
Mexican President Sheinbaum said the country is "calm and peaceful" after the killing of Nemesio Oceguera Cervantes, Known as El Mencho and leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion.
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.
Cartel Expert Warns Killing 'El Mencho' Could Backfire: 'It's Been Proven Again and Again It Doesn't Work'
Senior analyst at the International Crisis Group David Mora told BBC Mundo that the killing of "El Mencho" can bring effects that go against President Sheinbaum's goal of pacifying Mexico
Rocket Launchers Among Military-Grade Weapons Seized From Jalisco Cartel in Raid That Killed El Mencho
Mexican authorities seized rocket launchers as part of their Sunday operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
Mexican Forces Managed To Kill El Mencho After Tracking His Lover, General Claims
A Mexican general detailed that forces managed to find and kill Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), after tracking down a lover of his.
U.S. Ambassador To Mexico Celebrates Killing Of El Mencho: 'Respect And Solidarity With Mexican Officials And Law Enforcement'
Ronald Johnson, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, celebrated the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), on Sunday.
Mexican States Cancel Classes As Violence Over Killing Of El Mencho Continues
Different states across Mexico cancelled classes on Monday as violence over the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, continues.
Mexican Embassy In The U.S. Calls Out MAGA Activist Laura Loomer For Saying The U.S. Killed 'El Mencho': 'This Post Is False'
The Mexican embassy in the United States called out MAGA influencer Laura Loomer for saying that the "US eliminated a top Cartel leader" in the country, rejecting that was the case.
Mexico Confirms Cooperating With The U.S. In Operation That Killed Jalisco Cartel Leader El Mencho
Mexican authorities confirmed there was cooperation with the U.S. in the operation that led to the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).
Ruben Gallego Urges Mexico To 'Recognize That Letting Cartels Grow Unchecked Is a Threat To Everyone' After Killing Of El Mencho
Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego reacted to the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Jalisco Cartel, urging the Mexican government to "recognize that letting cartels grow unchecked is a threat to everyone."
Mexican Security Forces Deployed To Fight Cartel Roadblocks Set Up After Killing Of El Mencho
Mexican security forces have been deployed to Jalisco to fight roadblocks staged by cartel operatives after the killing of "El Mencho," head of the powerful Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion.
U.S. Urges Citizens In Five Mexican States To Shelter In Place Until Further Notice Over Fallout Of El Mencho's Killing
The State Department urged U.S. citizens in several Mexican states to shelter in place until further notice over the fallout of the killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), on Sunday.
El Mencho Killed: Who the CJNG Leader Was and What His Death Means for Mexico's Narco Power Balance
Mexico's military killed Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the longtime leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), during an operation of the Mexican Army on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.
Mexico to Install 450-Foot Trash Boom to Address Tijuana River Pollution: Report
Last December, the United States and Mexico signed an agreement aimed at curbing the pollution flowing into the Tijuana River, including infrastructure upgrades and other steps to contain the crisis.
U.S. Sanctions Mexican Resort Which Allegedly Helped Cartel Defraud American Tourists
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Kovay Gardens, a beachfront resort in Mexico's Nayarit state, accusing it of operating as part of a fraud network directed by the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación.
Claudia Sheinbaum Says Extradition Requests Are Underway for U.S. Citizens in Mexican Fuel Theft Case
Sheinbaum said the Attorney General's Office is responsible for providing information within the framework of the investigation, including the names of the businesspeople involved.
U.S. Sanctions Another Jalisco Cartel-Linked Timeshare Fraud Scheme Targeting Older Americans
OFAC sanctioned a timeshare fraud network led by the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), which the cartel used to make automated calls to lure potential buyers to sales presentations and later defraud them.
Claudia Sheinbaum Says Talks Are Ongoing For Mexico To Mediate In U.S. And Cuba Conflict
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said talks are ongoing for her government to mediate in the conflict between the U.S. and Cuba as tensions remain high.
Rep. Joaquin Castro Slams Trump Admin After Sick 2-Month-Old Is Deported to Mexico Following Weeks in Texas Family Detention Center
A two-month-old baby described as ill was deported to Mexico with his mother after spending about three weeks in immigration detention at a Texas family facility, according to Rep. Joaquín Castro.
U.S. Prosecutors To Accuse Maduro Of Selling Diplomatic Passports To Mexican Cartels: Report
U.S. prosecutors are set to accuse Venezuela's former President, Nicolas Maduro, of selling diplomatic passports to Mexican cartels, which they would later use in cocaine smuggling operations, according to a new report.
Cuban Drivers Can Now Wait For Months To Get Fuel as U.S. Pressure Chokes Oil Supply
Drivers across Cuba are facing waits of weeks or months to refuel as fuel shortages deepen and new government controls limit access to gasoline.
The Coatlicue Supercomputer And Mexico's AI bet
Mexico is making it clear that artificial intelligence (AI) is key to the country's economic growth and development in the coming years.
GOP Rep. Gimenez Appears To Warn Mexican President Sheinbaum Over Help To Cuba: 'Concrete Actions'
Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez appeared to issue a warning to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum over her administration's stance regarding the Cuban regime.
Claudia Sheinbaum Offers Mexico As An Air Bridge To Cuba, Says Planes Can Refuel On Their Way To The Island
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum offered the country as an air bridge to Cuba, saying planes can refuel on their way to the island, currently going through acute shortages as a result of a U.S. blockade.
President Claudia Sheinbaum Invites Nearly 20 U.S. Navy SEALs to Train Mexican Military Forces
The Navy SEALs visit comes at the invitation of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who has publicly emphasized her goal of better preparing Mexican military and law enforcement personnel to combat drug cartel violence.
Dueling Narratives Over Arrest Of Alleged Top Drug-Trafficker Ryan Wedding Show Deepening Security Tensions Between U.S. And Mexico
Rather than highlighting transnational cooperation on crime, the arrest of alleged top drug-trafficker Ryan Wedding has sparked a row between the United States and Mexico as officials jostle over whether he surrendered or was apprehended by the FBI.
Republican Rep. Criticizes Mexico's Delivery Of Aid To Cuba: 'Nothing Sent Directly To The Regime Will Be Seen By Average Cubans'
Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar criticized Mexico's delivery of aid to Cuba, saying "nothing sent directly to the regime will be seen by average Cubans."
Mexico Delivers Aid To Cuba But Refrains From Sending Oil Due To U.S. Blockade
Two Mexican Navy ships docked in Cuba on Thursday to deliver humanitarian aid to the beleaguered Caribbean island, but refrained from sending oil due to the ongoing U.S. blockade.
Cartels Can Easily Replace Drones Even If They Are Taken Down At The Southern Border, Former DEA Official Says
Cartels in Mexico can easily replace drones even despite local regulations at the pace in which they might be taken down by law enforcement, according to a former top DEA official.