Abduction of Mexican mine workers raises doubts over touted security improvements

In February 2026, the abduction of ten mine workers in Sinaloa state, Mexico, has cast doubt on the government's claims of improved security in the region. The incident prompted protests in Hermosillo, with relatives and friends of the missing workers demanding justice. Soldiers were deployed to guard areas like El Verde in Sinaloa. Authorities identified the body of at least one of the abducted workers, Antonio Jimenez, leading to a memorial mass held in Hermosillo. Search groups, accompanied by soldiers, were also active in the area, seeking to locate the remaining missing individuals. The abductions highlight ongoing security challenges despite government assurances.

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