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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO ⟩ Drug lord El Mencho buried in a golden coffin after being killed in an army raid

Drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, was buried in a golden coffin after being killed by the Mexican army.

Mar 3 • 15:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In case of 'flights': Army will protect World Cup 2026 venues in Mexico with anti-drone systems

The Mexican Army is set to deploy anti-drone systems to ensure the security of the 2026 World Cup venues in light of potential drone attack threats from criminal organizations.

Mar 1 • 03:41 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Alert in Matamoros: Residents urged to take shelter due to military operation

The municipal government of Matamoros has issued a security alert due to a significant Mexican Army operation in Ejido Sandoval.

Feb 26 • 18:30 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
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Franchises grow five times more than the Mexican economy despite inflation and insecurity

The franchise sector in Mexico is expected to grow 6 percent this year, outperforming the economy significantly despite challenges from operational costs and insecurity.

Feb 26 • 09:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tracing the remnants of Mencho's last battle in Tapalpa

A report reveals the aftermath of a significant confrontation between the Mexican Army and Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the CJNG, in a luxurious complex in Jalisco.

Feb 26 • 04:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The real problem

The Mexican Army located and arrested Nemesio Oseguera, known as El Mencho, who died from injuries sustained during an encounter, triggering violent reactions across more than 20 states by the CJNG.

Feb 25 • 08:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The hideout of Mencho was tourist cabins targeted by the Treasury Department

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, was killed by Mexican Army forces in a tourist area of Tapalpa.

Feb 24 • 14:24 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Honor to the Soldiers': Felipe Calderón Acknowledges the Work of the Army in the Operation Against 'El Mencho'

Former Mexican President Felipe Calderón praised the federal forces involved in the operation against notorious drug trafficker Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', who was killed in a confrontation with the military.

Feb 23 • 22:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What is the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and how does it operate in the drug trafficking world

The Mexican Army killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho", the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, triggering a wave of violence across Mexico.

Feb 23 • 18:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Mexican government confirms that the army captured 'El Mencho' after a romantic meeting with his girlfriend

The Mexican government announced the successful capture of notorious drug lord 'El Mencho' following a romantic rendezvous, leading to heightened security measures in the region.

Feb 23 • 15:20 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Mexico is Burning / Army Killed Drug Boss, Cartel Seeks Revenge

Mexican security forces made a significant breakthrough by capturing drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, who later died from his injuries, leading to a wave of violent revenge attacks by his cartel.

Feb 23 • 14:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A new task force led by the U.S. Army helped in the operation to find 'El Mencho'

A new U.S.-led task force assisted Mexican military operations that led to the death of drug lord 'El Mencho.'

Feb 23 • 12:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Cartels in Mexico are in turmoil after the army killed the country's most wanted drug lord

Mexican authorities killed Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, leader of one of the world's most powerful drug cartels, leading to a significant shift in cartel dynamics.

Feb 23 • 09:04 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Mexico braces for wave of violence after army kills cartel leader 'El Mencho'

Following the killing of cartel leader 'El Mencho' by the Mexican army, violent reprisals from the Jalisco New Generation Cartel have sparked widespread unrest across Mexico.

Feb 23 • 08:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Hitmen, weapons and armored vehicles... What you need to know about the CJNG cartel in Mexico after the death of Nemesio Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho'

The leader of the CJNG cartel, Nemesio Oseguera, was killed by Mexican army forces, prompting violent retaliation from the cartel.

Feb 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Killed "El Mencho": he was the most dangerous narco

Mexican army has killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho", the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), marking a significant blow to drug trafficking operations in Mexico.

Feb 23 • 05:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Mexican army kills drug boss 'El Mencho' as country ramps up pressure on cartels

The Mexican army has killed drug lord 'El Mencho', significantly impacting the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

Feb 22 • 23:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Infamous cartel leader killed by the army; has triggered chaos in Mexico.

The death of notorious cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', by military forces has led to widespread unrest across several Mexican states.

Feb 22 • 21:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who was El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel for whom the US offered $15 million

El Mencho, a notorious drug lord, was killed by the Mexican army, marking the end of his reign over one of Mexico's most violent drug cartels.

Feb 22 • 21:42 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum reacts to the death of ‘El Mencho’: ‘My recognition to the Army; we work daily for peace’

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum commended the military and security forces for their role in the operation that led to the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as ‘El Mencho.’

Feb 22 • 21:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Mexican Army killed 'El Mencho'. The USA offered $15 million for his head

Mexican authorities confirmed the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, a notorious drug lord known as 'El Mencho', during an operation in Jalisco, Mexico, which had significant implications for both Mexico and the United States.

Feb 22 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mexico: Leader of one of the country's most violent cartels dead - Retaliation riots

The Mexican army has killed drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, leading to riots in the country as a reaction to his death.

Feb 22 • 20:39 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Mexican army killed the leader of the largest cartel in the country, his supporters rioted and blocked roads

The Mexican government announced the killing of the most wanted drug cartel leader, a move that may reduce pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has previously threatened to attack targets in Mexico.

Feb 22 • 20:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Mexican army kills ‘El Mencho’ world’s most wanted drug lord

The Mexican army has reportedly killed Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho,' a notorious drug lord and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, with a $15 million bounty on his head.

Feb 22 • 20:29 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
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The man who was promised a $15 million reward: Now he is dead

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the most wanted man in Mexico, has been killed by the Mexican army.

Feb 22 • 19:56 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘Shot down a helicopter’: The time 'El Mencho' escaped from the Army after attacking it with a rocket launcher

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel shot down a Mexican military helicopter during an operation to capture its leader, El Mencho, in 2015, showcasing the cartel's preparedness and firepower.

Feb 22 • 19:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera, the drug lord who challenged the Mexican State like few others

Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera, the notorious head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed by the Mexican army after a long run of defiance against the Mexican authorities.

Feb 22 • 19:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Mexican Army Killed the Country's Most Wanted Drug Baron

The Mexican army claims to have killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, in a military operation in western Jalisco state.

Feb 22 • 19:09 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

High-ranking leader of Mexican drug cartel murdered

The Mexican army has reportedly killed a powerful leader of a drug cartel, Nemesio Oseguera, though official government confirmation is still pending.

Feb 22 • 19:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Mexico: the leader of one of the main cartels, Nemesio Oseguera, alias El Mencho, killed by the army

Mexican army has killed drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Feb 22 • 19:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Drug Boss El Mencho is Dead. He Was Killed by the Mexican Army

El Mencho, a notorious drug lord, was reportedly killed by the Mexican army.

Feb 22 • 18:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Mexican army killed drug lord Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco Cartel

The Mexican army has confirmed the death of Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho', a prominent drug lord and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Feb 22 • 18:43 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Mexican cartel leader killed by the army

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel in Mexico, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', has been killed in a military operation.

Feb 22 • 18:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Nemesio Oseguera, 'El Mencho', the most wanted drug lord falls in a security operation

Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', the world's most wanted and dangerous drug trafficker, has been killed by the Mexican army in a security operation in Jalisco after decades of evading justice.

Feb 22 • 17:27 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Armed Forces, guarantee that Mexico can govern itself without impositions': Claudia Sheinbaum

Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized the crucial role of the Armed Forces in ensuring Mexico's sovereignty and independence from external pressures during the 113th anniversary of the Mexican Army in Puebla.

Feb 20 • 08:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Mexican military mobilizes to protect World Cup stadiums from drug cartel drones

The Mexican army is preparing to counter potential threats from unauthorized drones at World Cup stadiums this summer.

Feb 18 • 08:32 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mined Fields in Michoacán: Army Cleans the Explosive Trail Left by Drug Traffickers with Deminers

The Mexican Army is using specialized demining units to clear explosive devices left by drug cartels in the Michoacán region due to increasing violent tactics.

Feb 17 • 01:06 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexican cartels use munitions from the US Army, according to the NYT

A New York Times investigation reveals that Mexican drug cartels, labeled as Foreign Terrorist Organizations by the US, are acquiring ammunition manufactured by the US Army.

Feb 8 • 01:09 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Plan Paricutín: Authorities seize more than a ton of marijuana in Michoacán

Mexican Army and National Guard seized over a ton of marijuana from organized crime in Turicato, Michoacán, as part of the Michoacán Plan for peace and justice.

Feb 7 • 02:16 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Sheinbaum and Trump hold a conversation about 'respect for sovereignty' and 'reducing drug trafficking'

Mexican President Sheinbaum informs Trump that she will not deploy the army to combat drug cartels during their phone conversation aimed at easing U.S.-Mexico relations, noting a 50% reduction in fentanyl trafficking across the border.

Jan 12 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

Ayotzinapa, the last opportunity to know the truth about the 43 missing Mexican students

The Sheinbaum government has made several arrests in recent weeks that may lead to new evidence in the case of the 43 missing students from Ayotzinapa, despite ongoing challenges involving the Mexican Army.

Dec 31 • 02:54 UTC

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