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New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 13 min read 100% complete by Jack Nicas and James WagnerFebruary 23, 2026 at 07:09 PM

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Following a Mexican military raid that killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, widespread violence erupted across Mexico on Sunday. The cartel retaliated by attacking security forces, blocking highways, and setting fires in at least a dozen states. The violence, triggered by President Sheinbaum's decision to pursue Oseguera, led to travel disruptions and shelter-in-place orders, particularly affecting tourist destinations. By Monday, authorities claimed to be restoring order, though tension remained, with closures and residents staying home. Officials reported 70 arrests and 34 suspected cartel members killed, alongside 25 national guard members and several civilians. The operation to locate Oseguera was initiated after tracking one of his romantic partners.

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Donald Trump 30% Mexico ×6100% Jalisco New Generation Cartel (El Mencho) ×3100% Jalisco New Generation Cartel ×4100% Claudia Sheinbaum ×3100% Ricardo Trevilla Trejo ×2100% Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ×4100%

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cartel violence 90% jalisco new generation cartel 80% nemesio oseguera cervantes 70% organized crime 70% mexican authorities 60% security forces 60% military raid 60% restoring order 50%