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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

This is the 'secret' museum of the Sedena: It exhibits the Colt pistol of 'Chapo' and the Bulgari watch of 'Lazca'

Mexico City is home to a little-known museum guarded by the Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional showcasing seized luxury items from drug lords.

Mar 22 • 14:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The unusual painting in which Uruguayan Sebastián Marset is with Tony Montana, El Chapo, and other drug lords

The article discusses an unusual painting discovered during a police raid linked to Uruguayan drug lord Sebastián Marset, showing him alongside infamous figures like Tony Montana and El Chapo.

Mar 16 • 21:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The prosecutor who had requested "to wall up the hot border" acknowledged that he favored drug traffickers and avoided going to prison

Federal prosecutor José Luis Bruno, who once advocated for stricter border control to combat drug trafficking, admitted to colluding with drug lords to avoid prison time, leading to his resignation.

Mar 14 • 20:26 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Without control of arms trafficking, it's difficult for a new drug lord not to emerge’: Carlos Ricart after the death of ‘Mencho’

Carlos Ricart warns that without controlling illegal arms trafficking from the U.S., it will be impossible to prevent new leaders, like the one potentially following ‘El Mencho’, from emerging in Mexico's drug trade.

Mar 4 • 09:03 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Golden coffin, 500 flower crowns, and a secured cemetery: the funeral of the drug lord El Mencho in Mexico

The funeral of notorious drug lord El Mencho in Mexico featured a golden coffin, extensive floral arrangements, and a significant security presence due to fears of gang violence.

Mar 3 • 09:38 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

(Photos) This is the Recinto de la Paz Cemetery, where 'El Mencho' was buried and other 'narcos' are buried

The Recinto de la Paz cemetery in Zapopan, Jalisco, is notable as the burial site of Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', and other notorious drug lords.

Mar 2 • 19:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

'El Chapo', 'El Mayo' and 'El Mencho': The Three Major Downfalls of Drug Lords in Mexico

This article explores the significant arrests and deaths of three notorious Mexican drug lords, their impact on drug trafficking, and the evolution of cartels.

Mar 1 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

US 'accelerates' after capturing 'Mencho': Offers 5 million dollars for leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel

The US has announced a reward of 5 million dollars for information leading to the capture of two drug lords linked to the Sinaloa Cartel following the presumed death of leader Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho'.

Feb 27 • 00:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Army Caught Him Thanks to His Mistress. Will His Death Stop the Spiral of Violence? Political Scientist Warns

The article discusses the capture of notorious Mexican drug lord Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencha', by the army during a rendezvous with his mistress, while raising questions about the enduring violence in Mexico's drug trade.

Feb 26 • 17:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Four drug lords and cartel bosses foiled by romance - El Chapo escape to El Mencho death

Mexican drug lord El Mencho was killed during a military operation, strategically linked to romantic relationships that led to key intelligence.

Feb 25 • 08:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Target Down...! The Last Hours of the Drug Lord, Encounter and Mexico's 'Real-Time Thriller'!

The article details a military operation by Mexican special forces targeting the notorious drug lord El Mencho in a remote area of Mexico.

Feb 25 • 01:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

El Mencho and the bosses betrayed by love: how lovers and secret relationships have led to the capture of super fugitives

Investigations into high-profile fugitives have been significantly driven by romantic relationships, revealing how connections with partners can lead to the downfall of drug lords and mafia bosses, including the recent case of El Mencho.

Feb 24 • 17:26 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Lovers and Fugitives: From Vincenzo Sorce to Mencho, When a Boss is Betrayed by the Bedroom

The article explores how romantic relationships often expose drug lords and fugitives, leading to their capture rather than armed confrontations.

Feb 24 • 08:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Violent Protests Following the Kill of El Mencho in Mexico

Violent protests erupted in various cities in Mexico following the killing of notorious drug lord El Mencho by the military.

Feb 24 • 08:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mexico, a country without major drug lords

The article discusses the ongoing challenges in Mexico's fight against drug cartels, particularly the rise of smaller, unpredictable groups following the takedown of major figures like El Mencho.

Feb 24 • 04:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘It happened in 34 seconds’: Poncho Cadena from MasterChef remembers the kidnapping of ‘Los Chapitos’ in his restaurant

Poncho Cadena recalls the brief and traumatic kidnapping of drug lords ‘Los Chapitos’ from his family restaurant during a birthday celebration.

Feb 24 • 01:09 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Expert: 'Worrying about the cartel splitting'

An expert expresses concern over the power struggle among drug lords in Mexico following the death of the notorious kingpin 'El Mencho'.

Feb 23 • 23:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mexico confronts the drug lords

The death of notorious drug lord El Mencho marks a pivotal moment in Mexico's ongoing fight against drug trafficking, indicating a shift from a policy of non-aggression.

Feb 23 • 18:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' was killed 'after visit from romantic partner'

Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' was killed following a raid informed by a visit from a romantic partner, according to officials.

Feb 23 • 15:11 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Violence in Mexico after the country’s most wanted drug lord is killed

Mexico experiences increased violence following the death of its most wanted drug lord.

Feb 23 • 13:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Who is the brutal drug lord El Mencho, killed in Mexico?

59-year-old drug lord El Mencho was killed in Mexico, known for attacking police and military forces while being on the U.S. most wanted list.

Feb 23 • 09:25 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From Pablo Escobar to El Mencho... the powerful drug lords that America feared!

The death of the drug mafia leader 'El Mencho' has sparked violence across Mexico as military operations target cartel leaders who have plagued the U.S. with drug trafficking for decades.

Feb 23 • 08:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

End of Drug War in Mexico! Security Forces Have Eliminated Four Drug Lords in a Year

Mexican security forces have intensified their operations against drug cartels, successfully killing several high-profile drug lords in their ongoing war on drugs.

Feb 23 • 05:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Mexican drug lord killed, for whom a $15 million reward was announced

One of Mexico's most powerful drug lords, Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera, has been killed during a military operation in Jalisco state.

Feb 23 • 05:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Military Operation: One of the 'Bloodiest and Most Ruthless Drug Lords' is Dead

The leader of the CJNG cartel, 'El Mencho', was killed in a military operation in Mexico, resulting in unrest and a positive response from Washington.

Feb 23 • 01:10 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Mexican army kills drug lord 'El Mencho' during operation to capture him

The Mexican army has killed drug lord Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as 'El Mencho', during a military operation in Jalisco.

Feb 22 • 20:10 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who was alias 'El Mencho', one of the most wanted drug lords in the world

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', was a notorious Mexican drug lord who was killed in a federal operation in Jalisco.

Feb 22 • 20:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Shot down in Mexico 'El Mencho', leader of the violent Jalisco New Generation Cartel and one of the most wanted drug lords by the US for fentanyl trafficking

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed by federal forces in Mexico, ending a long manhunt.

Feb 22 • 18:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

With a golf course and visits to Disney World: This is the IMG Academy, a sports school where supposedly two sons of Mexican drug lords studied

The IMG Academy in Florida is under scrutiny for allegedly admitting the children of Mexican drug traffickers, according to the U.S. Treasury Department.

Feb 15 • 21:57 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Sons of drug lords, elite athletes? US sanctions sports school for housing 'heirs' of two cartels

The IMG Academy in Florida faces sanctions from the U.S. Treasury for allegedly enrolling the children of Mexican drug cartels.

Feb 15 • 01:59 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sinaloa in Mexico: Dead Narcos Live Longer

The article discusses the luxurious burial sites of notorious drug lords in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, which reflect their past rivalries and current resting places together.

Feb 9 • 14:50 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Which drug lords made a 'contribution' to pay bribes to Genaro García Luna, according to 'El Lobo' Valencia?

Testimonies revealed that Sinaloa Cartel leaders arranged substantial bribes to Genaro García Luna for operational advantages during his tenure as Mexico's Secretary of Public Security.

Feb 8 • 13:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

"Bad Boy", "Pablito" and "Mordisco": The Three Drug Lords Targeted by the USA and Colombia

The USA and Colombia have announced a joint effort to target three drug lords involved in a ruthless civil war.

Feb 5 • 06:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who are Iván Mordisco, Chiquito Malo and Pablito, the drug lords targeted by Petro and Trump

Presidents Gustavo Petro and Donald Trump have agreed to collaborate in combating three powerful cocaine lords in Colombia: Iván Mordisco, Chiquito Malo, and Pablito.

Feb 4 • 18:39 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Delivering a list of drug lords to say 'I love you': This happened in the Trump and Petro meeting

Colombian President Gustavo Petro proposed a joint military effort against drug traffickers to U.S. President Donald Trump, revealing he presented a list of major drug lords residing outside Colombia.

Feb 3 • 23:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gustavo Petro delivers to Donald Trump a list of drug lords living outside Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro revealed that he provided U.S. President Donald Trump with a list of major drug lords residing outside of Colombia, emphasizing the need to pursue them in locations like Dubai, Madrid, and Miami.

Feb 3 • 23:37 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Red Drug Lord

The article discusses the brutal and capitalistic nature of drug lords, emphasizing their market-driven strategies and violent tactics in controlling drug trade.

Feb 2 • 03:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The most atrocious horror novel brings together witchcraft, drug lords, crocodiles, and a zombie

Puerto Rican author Gabino Iglesias confronts issues of racism, immigration, and the supernatural in the chilling novel 'The Devil Takes You Home', which has won the Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson awards.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Diving into the sea to catch the drug lords

Spanish police have conducted more than 200 maritime operations over the past 40 years, with officers currently concealed on a yacht off the coast of Mauritania.

Jan 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The Hunt for Former Olympian Ryan Wedding: Who is the Drug Lords' Protégé Wanted by the FBI

Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder turned fugitive, is now one of the FBI's 'Most Wanted' due to his leadership role in an international cocaine trafficking organization linked to violent crimes.

Dec 27 • 16:53 UTC

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