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The successor to El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, brings new challenges for Mexico's fight against drug trafficking amid a complex relationship with the U.S.

U.S. Ambassador Ronald Johnson announced the capture of Ángel Esteban 'N', known as 'El Lobo Menor', emphasizing international cooperation against drug cartels.

Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales, known as 'Lobo Menor', has been arrested in Ecuador and is facing potential extradition to the United States due to his criminal connections.

Kostas Tsoukalas, the spokesperson for PASOK, criticizes the Greek government's handling of cartel activities, suggesting it is merely a performative act.

Ongoing internal conflicts among Mexican cartels and increased border enforcement have led to a significant decrease in the flow of fentanyl into the United States.

The Mexican government's internal divide over combating organized crime has intensified, affecting President Claudia Sheinbaum's stance amid U.S. pressure to address political complicity with drug cartels.

In a recent speech in Miami, President Donald Trump praised Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum while warning about the influence of drug cartels in Mexico.

Ecuador, backed by the U.S., is engaging in a war against drug cartels, leading to heightened tensions with Colombia following a controversial bombing at their border.

US soldiers operating on the Mexico border are facing threats from Mexican cartels, including phone hacking, as confirmed by Northern Command's General Gregory Guillot.

Ecuador has mobilized 75,000 military and police personnel to counter gangs and drug cartels, supported by the United States.

A secret mistress inadvertently led to the downfall of the infamous drug lord El Mencho, resulting in chaos on the streets of Mexico.

Donald Trump criticized Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum for rejecting U.S. assistance in the fight against dangerous drug cartels.

The article discusses a new regional security and military coalition led by the United States, launched to combat drug cartels and organized crime in the Americas.

The article discusses concerns over the potential for military intervention by Trump in Mexico, fueled by rhetoric surrounding drug cartels and violence in the region.

The Trump administration has announced a new 'Coalition of the Americas to Combat Cartels' aimed at collaborating with Latin American countries to dismantle drug cartels in the Western Hemisphere.

The article discusses the U.S. government's proposal to collaborate with Latin American countries in combating drug cartels, highlighting the risks of equating organized crime with terrorism.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi has relocated to military housing due to threats from drug cartels and criticism related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum dismisses the possibility of U.S. troop intervention in Mexico, contrasting this with Trump's idea of a hemispheric military force against drug cartels.

The 'Shield of the Americas' alliance proposed by Trump has faced significant opposition from major Latin American nations that were excluded from the summit.

The article discusses Donald Trump's initiation of a global anti-drug war, marked by military operations targeting drug cartels beginning in September 2025.

President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico was not invited to the 'Shield of the Americas' initiative led by US President Donald Trump but has a pre-existing agreement with the US to tackle organized crime.

The Mexican president urged the United States to enhance efforts in preventing arms trafficking into Mexico, highlighting the origin of weapons used by drug cartels.

Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed Mexico's rejection of Donald Trump's proposal for U.S. military assistance against drug cartels, emphasizing the nation's sovereignty in security matters.

Claudia Sheinbaum has urged the US to tackle gun trafficking in response to Trump's comments regarding violence in Mexico.

Claudia Sheinbaum proudly states Mexico's rejection of U.S. military intervention to combat drug cartels, emphasizing the country's own authority over internal security operations.

The US has accused China of allowing its chemical industry to maintain connections with drug cartels, facilitating the flow of precursors for fentanyl manufacturing, which has resulted in numerous deaths in North America.

An Air Force veteran discusses the implications of the death of cartel leader Ruben 'El Mencho' and its potential impact on drug trafficking into the U.S.

Mexican drug cartels are changing their strategies to avoid attacks on Americans due to fears of U.S. retaliation.

Former DEA Administrator Derek Maltz speaks about the unprecedented intensity of the cartel fight, urging a shift to offensive strategies as Trump considers military action against traffickers.

Former President Donald Trump has announced the establishment of a new military coalition aimed at combating drug cartels and is pursuing a diplomatic agreement with Cuba.

U.S. President Donald Trump launched a new security initiative dubbed 'Shield of the Americas', focusing on military collaboration with conservative Latin American governments to combat drug cartels.

Ecuador's Armed Forces have initiated a major offensive, dubbed 'Total Extermination', against drug cartel structures, executing a bombing operation in Sucumbíos province with the assistance of the United States.

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a summit with several Latin American leaders in Florida, discussing a coalition against drug cartels and criticizing regimes in Iran and Cuba.

The U.S. stated that Mexico is not entirely excluded from the newly announced military coalition aimed at combating drug cartels in Latin America, known as the 'Shield of the Americas.'

During the "Shield of the Americas" summit, Donald Trump made a controversial remark about the Spanish language, drawing reactions from twelve Latin American leaders present.

President Trump proposed military support, including missile strikes, to combat drug cartels in Latin America during a recent meeting with regional leaders.

Claudia Sheinbaum, the President of Mexico, urged the public to remain calm in response to Trump's remarks claiming that Mexico is at the center of cartel violence.

Donald Trump convened Latin American leaders in Florida to announce a military coalition aimed at combating drug cartels in the region.

Ecuador's Interior Minister John Reimberg commented on Ecuador's participation in a U.S.-led coalition aimed at dismantling drug cartels and narcoterrorist groups in Latin America.

'The time has run out for the mafias', says Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa in response to Donald Trump's announcement of a military coalition to combat organized crime.

President Donald Trump announced a commitment to train and mobilize security forces from partner countries to combat drug cartels during the Shield of the Americas summit in Miami.

Donald Trump hosted the 'Shield of the Americas' summit with 12 Latin American leaders to discuss creating a coalition against drug cartels in the region.

President Trump has proposed a new military alliance called 'America's Shield' to combat drug cartels in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Trump has accused Mexico of being the center of criminal violence in Latin America while praising its president, Claudia Sheinbaum, during a speech at a right-wing leaders summit.

US President Donald Trump convened Latin American leaders at his Florida golf club to initiate a military coalition aimed at combating drug trafficking cartels and gangs.

Donald Trump has proposed military intervention, using missile strikes, to help Latin American leaders combat drug cartels, detailing the actions during a meeting at his golf club in Florida.

Trump has announced the creation of a coalition to combat drug cartels, aiming to address the ongoing issue of drug trafficking in the United States.

Donald Trump convened a historic summit with South American leaders to announce a military coalition aimed at combating criminal cartels in the region.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new military coalition in Latin America aimed at eradicating drug cartels during a right-leaning leaders' summit in Miami.

President Donald Trump has unveiled a new military alliance named 'Shield of the Americas' focused on combating drug crime and eradicating drug cartels in North and South America.