World · 24 February 2026
Violence After ‘El Mencho’ Killing Could Threaten World Cup Security in Mexico
Sgt. 1st Class Malcolm McClendon via Wikimedia Commons (Public Domain)
Violence sparked across Mexico after security forces killed Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the notoriously violent Jalisco New Generation Cartel, raising concerns about security ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Cartel retaliation has involved blockades, fires, clashes with authorities and disruptions in key cities including the future host Guadalajara. Officials are scrambling to contain unrest and reassure international visitors as the tournament approaches.
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