February 23, 2026

Violence Flares in Mexico After Top Cartel Leader ‘El Mencho’ Killed by Military

The White House confirmed that the United States provided intelligence support for the operation to capture El Mencho.

Violence Flares in Mexico After Top Cartel Leader ‘El Mencho’ Killed by Military

TL;DR

  • Violence spread through Mexico after the military killed cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ on Feb. 22.
  • ‘El Mencho’, whose real name is Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
  • The death of El Mencho triggered violence across several states.
  • Footage showed people fleeing at Guadalajara International Airport in Jalisco, Mexico, allegedly targeted by CJNG members.
  • Pacific Airport Group (GAP) stated the airport was operating normally with no incidents inside and no risk to passengers.

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