FIFA, Mexico vow 'confidence' in 2026 World Cup after cartel violence

Security orders in Jalisco have lifted as people have returned to school and work Feb. 25.
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From Jalisco to Texas: El Mencho’s death triggers violence across the borderlands

The detention and killing of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparked a wave of violence in over 20 states with 252 violent events. But one of the first sparks,

Will Mexico’s Jalisco cartel’s violent biz model survive El Mencho’s death?

El Mencho consolidated Mexico’s most powerful criminal organisations in part due to a unique franchise-based structure.

This Is Where Mexico’s Most-Wanted Cartel Boss Made His Last Stand

Times reporters visiting Tapalpa found a serene town in shock after Sunday’s raid on its outskirts left dozens dead and people fleeing. And, surprisingly, no police or military presence where the battle took place.

Delta offering travel waivers after Jalisco cartel leader's killing disrupts flights to Mexico

Delta Air Lines is offering travelers who had plans to fly to parts of Mexico waivers after the recent violence and civil unrest following the killing of a cartel leader.

Business As Usual? UFC Mexico City Full Steam Ahead Despite Jalisco Violence

UFC will return to the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico for UFC Mexico City, a “Fight Night” event headlined by former Flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and rising prospect Lone’er Kavanagh. Unfortunately,

Mexico Is Caught Between Trump and the Cartels

President Trump has demanded President Claudia Sheinbaum confront the cartels. The killing of El Mencho suggests it might be working — but could come at a cost.

Video shows panic at Jalisco, Mexico airport after killing of cartel leader

Violence continues in several areas in Mexico following the killing of drug cartel "El Mencho" during a military operation on Sunday.