On the 22nd, a leader of one of Mexico's major drug organizations, Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', was killed during a military operation. This event has led to a wave of unrest across Mexico, with reported riots likely instigated by the cartel. According to reports, the Mexican government announced that 25 of its personnel and around 30 cartel members were killed in the resulting clashes. President Sheinbaum called for calm, asserting that normal activities are continuing in most regions of the country despite the unrest.

Oseguera was the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, which is notorious for its involvement in the trafficking of synthetic drugs, including fentanyl, to the United States. His death represents a significant blow to the organization, which has expanded its power and influence in recent years. The U.S. has also taken a keen interest in this cartel's operations due to the escalating opioid crisis linked to fentanyl addiction.

As cities that will host the forthcoming World Cup remain impacted by these events, reports indicate that while initial chaos ensued, there are prospects for stabilization. The government is closely monitoring the situation, and President Sheinbaum's call for a return to normalcy suggests a strategic effort to manage public anxiety and maintain order as authorities respond to the aftermath of the cartel leader's death.