Videos Show How Violence Unfolded in Mexico After Killing of Cartel Boss

New York Times - WorldEN 3 min read 100% complete by Devon Lum and Pablo RoblesFebruary 23, 2026 at 09:54 PM

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Following the Mexican government's killing of a top cartel leader on Sunday, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel retaliated with widespread violence across Mexico. The cartel's actions included attacking security forces, setting up roadblocks with burning vehicles, and setting fire to supermarkets, banks, and other property. Much of the violence occurred in Jalisco, the cartel's base, but was also verified in five other states. Videos showed burning vehicles blocking roads, gunfights in urban and rural areas, and arson attacks on state-run banks. While authorities appeared to have restored order by Monday, a tense atmosphere remained.

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