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Most Powerful Drug Cartel Decapitated, Mexico In Chaos

NDTV World·23 February 2026·1d ago1 min read0 views
Most Powerful Drug Cartel Decapitated, Mexico In Chaos

In a significant blow to organized crime in Mexico, the Mexican army has killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). This cartel, which has grown to become one of the most formidable drug trafficking organizations in Mexico, has been linked to numerous violent clashes and criminal activities across the nation. The operation leading to El Mencho's death has intensified fears of escalating violence as rival gangs vie for control in the power vacuum left behind. Following the announcement, various regions in Mexico have reported increased unrest, with concerns that retaliatory actions from the cartel could further destabilize communities already plagued by crime. The CJNG has been notorious for its brutality, and the loss of its leader raises questions about the future of cartel dynamics in Mexico, particularly as the government grapples with ongoing challenges in curbing drug-related violence. As the country navigates this precarious situation, the impact of this event on both local populations and national security remains to be seen.

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