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Mexican authorities combat illegal fuel operations

22 clusters · 142 sources · last updated

Latest: Mexico fuel theft crimes increase by 207 percent

Mexican authorities continue to combat illegal fuel operations, known as ‘huachicol,’ which have evolved into a massive criminal enterprise. Between 2018 and 2025, an estimated 147 billion liters of fuel were moved throu

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Extortion trends and response in Mexico

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: Criminal extortion targets Mexico food supply and industrial corridors

Reports indicate a rising trend in extortion across Mexico. Data from TResearch suggests that by the end of 2026, the number of victims could reach 12,700, surpassing the 2025 record of 11,139. While victims in priority

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Political and security instability in Michoacán

20 clusters · 96 sources · last updated

Latest: Uruapan Welfare Secretary arrested in Carlos Manzo murder investigation

The investigation into the November 1, 2025, assassination of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo Rodríguez has evolved into a complex legal and political conflict involving current Mayor Grecia Quiroz García. While the Michoacán

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Mexico and regional drug enforcement operations

22 clusters · 331 sources · last updated

Latest: Durango authorities dismantle two methamphetamine laboratories

By late October 2026, law enforcement activities in Mexico continued to expand through targeted operations against organized crime, synthetic drug production, and illicit smuggling. Authorities have maintained a heavy fo

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Mexico-US security and migration relations

21 clusters · 172 sources · last updated

Latest: Mexico rejects US requests for military operations on Mexican soil

Mexico and the United States continue to navigate complex bilateral relations involving migration, security cooperation, and the fentanyl crisis. While bilateral trade has reached record levels, tensions have escalated r

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Oaxaca Congress dissolves Juchitán municipal government

4 clusters · 93 sources · last updated

Latest: Mexico experiences surge in violent attacks and homicides

The Oaxaca State Congress has officially approved the disappearance of powers in the municipal government of Juchitán de Zaragoza. During an extraordinary session, the legislative body passed the decision with 35 votes i

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Ecuador organized crime and security crisis

97 clusters · 205 sources · last updated

Latest: Sky ECC rulings and major international drug seizures impact European legal and security landscapes

Ecuador continues to face a severe surge in organized crime and gang violence, prompting the government to declare a state of emergency and recognize an internal armed conflict. Security operations have intensified acros

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Coahuila economic and industrial promotion

2 clusters · 30 sources · last updated

Latest: Iván Cazarín Molina, CJNG regional operator, arrested in Zapopan

Coahuila Governor Manolo Jiménez Salinas has been actively promoting the state’s economic and industrial potential through various national and international platforms. Initially, Jiménez was recognized as one of Mexico

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