Mexico
Former Mexican Police Officer Turned Cartel Leader Could Face Death Penalty If Convicted Of New Charges In The U.S.
A former cartel operative could face the death penalty if convicted of new charges in the U.S.
Baja California Officials Say Drug Cartel Behind Explosive Drone Attack on Police Station
Authorities believe the drone attack may be connected to a separate incident that occurred last month in Ensenada. In that case, the offices of the anti-car-theft and anti-kidnapping units were vandalized, and several police vehicles were set on fire.
Mexican Areas Hit by Devastating Floods Also Struggle With Severe Cartel Violence: Report
Many of the municipalities hit the hardest by devastating floods lie within territories where violent clashes are common, as rival criminal groups continue fighting in the region.
Trump Administration's New Humanitarian Parole Policies Are Hurting Elderly Mexicans and Their Families, Report Shows
As part of the Trump administration's immigration policies aimed at reducing illegal immigration, new restrictions have been established for elderly individuals and their family members seeking to travel to the United States due to emergencies.
Mexican and U.S. Officials Don't Think Trump Admin Will Conduct a Military Intervention in Mexico: Report
Despite rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela, Mexican officials say they do not believe their country faces a similar risk of U.S. military action, at least for now.
Cartels Are Distributing Humanitarian Aid During Mexico Floods to Win Over Public Support
As communities work to recover from devastating floods, a recent report reveals how drug cartels are taking advantage of the crisis to expand their control and win support in the hardest-hit areas.
The family of Fede Dorcaz, the Argentine actor murdered in Mexico, is asking for help raising 33,000 dollars
Amid the grief over the loss of Argentine artist Fede Dorcaz, his parents have taken on a new battle: securing the funds to repatriate his body from Mexico. The family has launched a campaign to raise 30,000 euros to cover the logistical, legal, and transportation costs of an international transfer.
Mexico To Tear Down Massive Migrant Shelters At Border Town As Crossings Plummet Under Trump Crackdown
The mayor of Nogales, a town bordering the United States, has begun taking down migrant shelters erected at the beginning of the Trump administration as crossings plummet due to the administration's crackdown
Mexican and Colombian Cartel Members Reportedly Infiltrating Ukraine's International Legion to Boost Drone Warfare Skills
Cartel operatives are reportedly exploiting Ukraine's limited vetting of foreign recruits, where background checks are rare and credentials often go unverified, allowing individuals with criminal ties to enlist with minimal oversight.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Denies Knowing Cartels Are Placing Bounties On DHS Officials: 'No Information'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denied being aware of allegations by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem about criminal organizations in Mexico and the U.S. offering tens of thousands of dollars in bounties on immigration officials.
Inside Justin Bieber Mexican Era: Dancing Mariachi, Playing Tambora & Rooted in Regional Vibes
Justin Bieber appears to be embracing a bold new chapter, and we aren't talking about his latest album or his new clothing brand. This one leans deeply into Mexican musical culture. After being spotted dancing to mariachis at a basketball event, he was later seen joining a banda ensemble in Los Angeles, playing the tambora and singing along live with the musicians.
Mexican President Sheinbaum's Party Seeks To Ban Songs Glorifying Cartels In Sinaloa
Morena, the political party led by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, is seeking to ban "narcocorridos," songs that glorify cartels, in Sinaloa
Mexican President Sheinbaum Addresses Videos Of Cartels Distributing Food To People Affected By Massive Floods: 'Not Right'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed videos of alleged cartel operatives handing aid to people affected by massive floods in the country. She cast doubt on the veracity of the images and said that even if they are, that's "not right."
Trump's Border Policy Cuts Crossings but Fuels Migrant Kidnappings and Extortion in Mexico: Report
"Organized crime groups evolve, adapt, and respond to market dynamics," said an expert consulted by InSight Crime
Julio César Chávez Backs Son Amid Drug Trafficking Probe: 'If He Was a Narco, I'd Put Him in Jail Myself'
"Everyone who knows my son Julio knows perfectly well that he is not connected to a drug cartel or weapons or anything like that. Has he had addiction problems? Yes, indeed, just like me. But he is fighting it," Chávez Sr. said.
Trump Admin Reportedly Revokes Visas Of Dozens Of Mexican Officials Over Suspected Cartel Ties
The Trump administration has revoked the visas of at least 50 Mexican officials over alleged cartel ties, according to a new report
Mexican Cartel Operatives Say They Will Keep Trafficking Even If The U.S. Strikes Their Vessels At Sea: 'There Is Always a Way'
Mexican cartel operatives claimed that even if the Trump administration conducted strikes against vessels trafficking drugs into the U.S. their operation wouldn't be seriously harmed, according to a new report
Cartel Operatives Not Worried About Trump Striking Them On Mexican Soil And Focusing On Turf Wars: 'He Can't Do That'
Cartel operatives in Mexico are not worried that U.S. strikes against vessels off the coast of Venezuela means they will be targeted next, according to a new report
Mexican Officials So Far Not Worried About Potential U.S. Strikes On Its Soil: Report
Mexican officials are so far not worried about the possibility of seeing U.S. strikes against cartels on its soil, according to a new report
Mexico's Killer Floods: Death Toll Could Top 200 as Hundreds Still Missing and Thousands are Homeless
At least 64 people have died and more than 200 remain missing after torrential rains and flooding devastated several regions of Mexico, prompting mass evacuations, collapsed bridges, and growing anger over the government's response.
Cazzu Arrives in Mexico with Inti and Breaks Silence on Nodal and the Hate: All About Her Latinaje Tour
The Argentine artist shared her time with fans and the press upon her arrival in Mexico. Cazzu will perform four shows in the country and spoke about her daughter Inti and her ex, Christian Nodal.
U.S.-Sanctioned Mexican Bank Begins Liquidation After Having License Revoked
On Oct. 10, Mexico's Bank Savings Protection Institute (IPAB) announced that CIBanco's license was revoked due to suspected money laundering linked to drug trafficking, as alleged by U.S. authorities in June.
Mexican Authorities Arrest Man Linked to Lime Farmer Extortion, Cartel Recruitment and Explosives Training
At the time of "Llanero's" arrest, Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch said authorities seized a firearm, tactical gear, drugs, and a vehicle.
War Between Los Chapitos and La Mayiza Forces Hundreds to Flee Former Cartel Haven in Badiraguato
Residents say no authority has moved in to protect them and that the violence continues, making it impossible to know how many people have been killed or disappeared as whole communities remain under threat.
Mexico's Top Security Official Says Homicides in Sinaloa Are 42 Percent Down, But Report Says Claim is Misleading
According to Animal Político, Omar Garcia Harfuch's claim is misleading, as it relies on a narrow timeframe that skews the data presented by federal officials.
Experts Say Strikes on Venezuelan Boats Won't Curb Drug Flow to the U.S.: Report
"Using military might to take out small trafficking boats is like using a blowtorch to cook an egg," said a former U.S. ambassador to Venezuela, suggesting ulterior motives for the deployment
Mexican Law Enforcement Official Killed After Being Ambushed In Sinaloa
A Mexican law enforcement official was killed and two others were injured after being ambushed in Bachilaguato, Sinaloa
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says Military Will Be Investigated After Soldiers Killed Six Civilians
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum guaranteed there will be a thorough investigation on the killing of six civilians by soldiers in the state of Tamaulipas
American Man Arrested In Mexico While Carrying Over $1 Million Worth Of Meth Hidden In Office Furniture
Mexican law enforcement officers arrested in Sonora an American man carrying more than $1 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in office furniture, according to a new report
Mexican Police Arrests Nine People Accused Of Killing Three State Officers
Mexican police has arrested nine people in connection with the killing of three state police officers in Chihuahua this week