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Jalisco Cartel Continues Reshaping Itself Following Death of 'El Mencho': Analysis

The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, longtime leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has pushed Mexico's most powerful criminal organization into a transitional period.

Latin Times

Pentagon Officials Warn Americans Traveling to Mexico for World Cup of Rising Cartel Violence

This summer, Mexico will host more than a dozen matches of the 2026 World Cup across three cities. Currently, the State Department advises Americans traveling to Mexico to exercise increased caution due to terrorism, crime and kidnapping.

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Top General Says U.S. Forces Are Carrying Out An 'Actual Campaign' Against Cartels: 'Total Systemic Friction'

The commander of the U.S. Southern Command, Francis Donovan, said forces are carrying out an "actual campaign" against cartels in the region, saying strikes against alleged drug vessels are "just a small part of that."

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American Citizen Reportedly Takes Over Jalisco Cartel; Could Complicate U.S. Efforts to Target Him

Juan Carlos Valencia González, the California-born stepson of slain Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," has emerged as the apparent new head of the organization.

Latin Times

Top U.S. General Says Mexican Cartels Are Making Death Threats To U.S. Troops After Killing of El Mencho

Gen. Gregory Guillot acknowledged that troops deployed along the U.S.-Mexico border have been targeted by digital and personal attacks in recent weeks as a result of the instability following the death of El Mencho, the longtime leader of the Jalisco Cartel.

Latin Times

What you need to know about Mexico’s drug cartels amid escalating violence

The recent killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) who was commonly referred to by his alias “El Mencho”, has once again brought global attention to drug-related violence in Mexico. His death at the hands of the Mexican security forces triggered a…

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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.

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El Mencho's Death Could Reshape Alliance Between Jalisco Cartel and Los Chapitos, Experts Say

Following the death of El Mencho on Feb. 22, experts say Los Chapitos could lose access to key resources needed to sustain the conflict.

Latin Times

Armed Civilians Attack Jalisco State Police With Explosive Drones, Injuring One Officer

Colotlán was one of several municipalities across the country that experienced unrest from members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) on Feb. 22 following the death of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the longtime leader of the Jalisco cartel.

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Mexican General Rejects Claim That El Mencho Surrendered To Troops Before Being Killed: 'Had a Lot of Weaponry'

Mexican Defense Secretary Ricardo Trevilla Trejo rejected a claim about Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) known as El Mencho, surrendered to troops before being killed in February.

Latin Times

Mexico Plans To Deploy 100,000 Security Forces To Ensure Calm During World Cup After Killing Of El Mencho

Mexico is set to deploy 100,000 security forces to ensure calm during the World Cup this summer after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho" and longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, the government said.

Latin Times

Claudia Sheinbaum Again Rejects Allowing U.S. Troops On Country Soil After Latest Comments From Trump: 'Proudly Continue Saying No'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum again rejected allowing U.S. troops into the country after U.S. counterpart Donald Trump hinted at potential attacks against cartels there.

Latin Times

Trump Appears To Hint At Attacks Against Cartels In Mexico: 'Will Do Whatever Is Necessary To Defend Our National Security'

President Donald Trump appeared to hint at the possibility that the U.S. will conduct attacks against cartels in Mexico, telling Latin American leaders that the U.S. government "will do whatever is necessary to defend our national security."

Latin Times

Jalisco Cartel Operatives Believe El Mencho Was Betrayed By a Potential Successor Before Raid Where He Was Killed

An operative of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) claimed that several in the criminal organization believe that its now former leader, known as El Mencho, was betrayed by a lieutenant now considered as a potential successor.

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El Mencho Surrendered To Mexican Forces Before Being Killed, Journalist Claims

Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) surrendered to Mexican forces before being killed in Talpalpa, according to a specialized journalist.

The Guardian - US

Trump convenes ‘Shield of Americas’ summit with 12 Latin American leaders

President called for regional cooperation in western hemisphere to counter China economic and political interests

Latin Times

El Mencho's Death Will Only Bring 'Temporary Instability' to Jalisco Cartel Network Built on Regional Alliances, Report Claims

The killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," is unlikely to disrupt cocaine flows toward Central America and the United States, according to a new report.

The Guardian - UK

‘An ideological guest list’: Trump invites Latin America’s rightwing leaders to Florida summit

Omission of presidents of Brazil, Mexico and Colombia, however, exposes failure of US president’s ‘theatrical’ doctrine, say experts

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El Mencho Moved to Gated Community to See His Daughters, a Decision That Ultimately Led To His Killing: Report

Mexican officials believe Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes had become largely estranged from his wife and maintained relationships with several lovers, including the woman who unwittingly led authorities to him. Officials are yet to identify her.

Latin Times

Mexican Officials Offer World Cup Reassurances Despite Cartel Violence And Killing Of El Mencho: 'We Are Prepared'

Mexican authorities insist the country is ready to host the World Cup despite a wave of cartel violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', in February.

Latin Times

Top Mexican Official Says Troops Guarded Funeral Of El Mencho To Protect Civilians

Mexican Security Secretary Omar Garcia Harfuch said that troops guarded the funeral of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho" and longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, to protect civilians.

Reason

Killing Drug Lords Won't End Mexico's Cartels. Ending the Drug War Might.

The death of El Mencho shows why decades of prohibition enforcement have only strengthened cartels.

The Independent UK

Mexican president visits Jalisco to ease concerns over violence ahead of FIFA World Cup

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is visiting the western state of Jalisco in an attempt to offset fears over the upcoming FIFA World Cup

Latin Times

Thousands Of Rounds Of Ammo Headed To Mexico Seized Inside a Car In Arizona

Law enforcement officers in Arizona seized thousands of rounds of ammunition in Arizona as an individual was trying to smuggle them into Mexico.

The Times of India

Inside the paradox of Mexico's never-ending war on drugs

The decades-long war on drugs, initiated by Nixon, has devolved into a geopolitical quagmire. The recent death of cartel leader El Mencho, hailed as a victory, quickly led to widespread chaos, demonstrating how successes in combating drug trafficking often breed deeper crises and more violence across Latin America.

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