Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum held a private tribute for the soldiers who lost their lives in an operation aimed at capturing or killing Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', the notorious head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. This operation, executed on February 22, resulted in the deaths of 28 members of the Armed Forces, including 25 from the National Guard and three from special army forces. The tribute was intended to honor the bravery of these soldiers and was attended solely by their families.

During her morning briefing, President Sheinbaum emphasized the significance of this private ceremony, which took place in the nation’s capital; however, she withheld specific details about the location to maintain the privacy of the gathering. She mentioned that another homage is planned to be held in Jalisco, further illustrating the government’s commitment to commemorating those who serve in dangerous circumstances to combat organized crime and violence in Mexico.

The incident underscores the ongoing battle against drug cartels in Mexico, particularly the operations against high-profile figures like 'El Mencho'. The deaths of military personnel during such operations often spark conversations about the strategies used in the fight against organized crime and raise questions about the safety of security forces in the country, as they confront some of the most powerful drug trafficking organizations in the world.