Mexican Army

The Mexican Army is the primary military force of Mexico, responsible for national defense and internal security. Recent news highlights its involvement in combating powerful drug cartels, particularly the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The army recently killed CJNG leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho,' leading to fears of retaliatory violence and prompting travel warnings. The army's actions have also led to the postponement of football matches. Beyond cartel conflicts, the army also engages in disaster relief, as evidenced by their rescue of a miner trapped in a flooded tunnel. The army's role is significant due to its central involvement in Mexico's ongoing struggle against organized crime and its broader responsibilities for national security and emergency response.