The United States has commended Mexico's security forces for their successful operation in eliminating nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, a notorious drug lord and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The operation, which took place in Tapalpa, Jalisco, involved coordinated efforts by the Mexican army, resulting in Oseguera's injury and subsequent death during transport to Mexico City. This action is seen not only as a blow to the cartel but also as a major victory in combating organized crime in the region.

El Mencho was one of the most wanted criminals in both Mexico and the United States, with a reward of up to $15 million for his capture. His cartel has been identified as a significant supplier of dangerous drugs such as fentanyl and cocaine to the US market, leading to substantial public health concerns. The US government had designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a foreign terrorist organization, highlighting the magnitude of its influence and operations.

This military action against a high-profile target like Oseguera has broader implications for US-Mexico relations as both countries work together to tackle drug trafficking and organized crime. The elimination of a key player in the drug trade might offer a momentary boost to security efforts in Mexico, but challenges remain in stabilizing the region and reducing the flow of illegal drugs into the United States, which continues to deal with the opioid crisis and related violence.