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The phrase 'hugs, not bullets' loses significance as Mexico's security policy shifts with new government actions.

Mexico is embroiled in an undeclared armed conflict against drug cartels, with mixed results from its 'hugs not bullets' strategy, which has led to increased violence and drug trafficking.

In 2025, Grande Recife reported historical records for stray bullet victims and injured children and adolescents due to armed violence.

Francisco 'Gallo' Elizalde was stranded on the highway for over a day due to drug-related blockages following the death of a cartel leader.

In Iran, university students are reviving anti-regime protests more than forty days after a violent crackdown on demonstrations.

A young man was shot dead outside his home in Lukhsar village, Greater Noida, just after being released from jail, with CCTV footage capturing the incident.

The fall of notorious drug lord Mencho marks a significant turning point for Mexico's security policy, as the government shifts from a softer approach to a more aggressive stance against organized crime.

A man identified by police as a leader of a local criminal faction was shot dead in Macapá, Brazil, in a crime potentially linked to gang-related disputes over drug trafficking control.

A 25-year-old man was shot approximately 20 times in the Ouro Preto neighborhood of Maceió, with no arrests reported.

Israeli soldiers are allegedly using Gaza as a platform for reckless gunfire, sharing videos on social media that showcase their deadly antics.

Mohammad Aalishan, a criminal with a reward of 25,000 rupees, has been arrested by police in Kaushambi district for his involvement in bombing and firing incidents.

A Palestinian man was killed by Israeli settlers in an attack in the West Bank, prompting Jordan to call for international intervention to stop the violence.

Sonu Rathore, a former leader of the BJP Youth Front, was brutally attacked with knives and shot in Kanpur, leading to his severe injuries.

A gang shooting in Rohtak, India, resulted in the death of a known criminal, raising serious concerns regarding law and order in the area.

The killing of two children by Palestinian security forces in Tubas has sparked widespread outrage on social media among Palestinians.

Three Palestinians were injured by Israeli army gunfire in the Gaza Strip while airstrikes targeted various areas.

Palestinians in Nablus describe settler attacks involving gunfire and gas canisters, amidst protection by Israeli security forces.

Gangsters associated with Lawrence Bishnoi's network open fire on a business establishment in Portugal during his birthday celebration.

A controversial election campaign video from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam, depicting Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shooting at a target resembling Muslims, has ignited significant anger and accusations of inciting violence.

The Edo State House of Assembly's first sitting of 2026 was suspended due to the discovery of bullets and gunshot holes in the Assembly complex.

Francisco Costa das Chagas Filho was shot dead while reportedly out to pay a debt in Rio Branco, Brazil.

A man was shot dead in Maceió, Brazil, with police discovering drugs hidden in his underwear during the investigation.

Owaisi addressed a rally, emphasizing the resilience against aggression and highlighting communal issues.

Jeremias Sousa Silva, a 27-year-old man, was shot dead in a bar near a mining site in Matupá, Brazil, following a dispute fueled by jealousy.

A Palestinian was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza City during heavy artillery bombardment in the region.

A 45-year-old man was shot dead with over 10 bullets at his home in Rondonópolis, Brazil, after returning from the bakery.

Arnold Oksmaa recalls a pivotal moment in Estonian police history, remembering Koit Pikaro's bravery during a violent confrontation in the 1990s.

A Palestinian child was injured by live bullets in occupied Jerusalem, while Israeli forces conducted widespread incursions and arrests in several cities and towns in the West Bank, resulting in injuries and the detention of dozens of citizens.

AAP leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead in broad daylight outside Gurudwara Sahib in Jalandhar, Punjab, with CCTV footage capturing the assailants who fled on a scooter after firing five shots.

Lucky Obroi, a leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, was shot dead in Jalandhar, Punjab, with the assailants firing five bullets at him outside a gurdwara.

A doctor in the US, Michael McKee, allegedly killed his ex-wife and her new partner by shooting them 16 times, having previously warned that he could kill her at any moment.

A funeral was held for a martyr as three Palestinians were injured by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank, alongside reports of an assault by settlers on a woman and her daughter.

A year after surviving a school shooting at Risbergska, Hellen Werme reflects on her experience with fellow survivors in a group chat called 'Class'.

A man charged with murdering an Alabama teen cheerleader and wounding three others has been released on bond with conditions including electronic monitoring.

The stepmother of 10-year-old Sophia Loren Soares Camilo expressed her sorrow over the girl's tragic death after their car was shot multiple times while en route to a birthday party, with six bullets striking the child.

A 27-year-old man was found shot dead with ten bullets after being held captive for a week by his abductors, raising questions since he had never been in trouble with the police before.

A 27-year-old man was murdered in Nea Peramos after being held captive for six days, shot in the back with ten bullets, including one to the head.

New details in the investigation of broker Daiane Alves' murder indicate her body had a bullet lodged in her head, and the crime weapon has yet to be found.

A young man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, caused chaos at an engagement ceremony in Faridabad, Haryana, by firing gunshots, leading to panic among the attendees.

This article marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the assassination of notorious paramilitary commander Željko Ražnatović, known as Arkan, in a Belgrade hotel lobby.

The Iranian authorities are forcing families to pay up to $6,000 to retrieve the bodies of their loved ones killed during protests, imposing a fee of $1,500 per bullet lodged in the victim's body.

Federal agents used tear gas and rubber bullets against protesters outside a federal building in Minneapolis as they resisted immigration enforcement.

In the wake of an activist's murder, more people are taking to the streets in Minneapolis to protest against Trump, despite fears of violence from ICE officials.

A speleologist recounted the rescue of an injured individual from a cave, emphasizing the importance of the person's experience in the situation.

The article recounts a tragic event from December 31, 2025, where four young men in the West Bank faced a life-altering situation following an encounter with the occupation's forces.

Five bullets were shot at the Cgil headquarters in Primavalle, Rome, amid previous incidents of aggression against militants.

An 11-year-old girl was killed by Israeli gunfire in Jabalia, Gaza, outside designated military zones.

Police discovered a large arsenal of weapons, including an automatic rifle, explosives, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition in the home of a 53-year-old man in Podbablje.

Despite the challenges posed by widespread destruction in educational facilities and displacement crises, children in Gaza are attending makeshift educational tents to pursue their right to education.

Sonny Redmond, a 32-year-old from Merseyside, survived a botched assassination attempt in Costa Blanca where a gunman fired over a dozen bullets at his car.