Drug Trafficking

Authorities detained Jorge “N”, Matehuala’s public security secretary, and Pablo Ernesto “N”, a former municipal official, for drug possession. Both are presumed involved in the illegal deprivation of seven electricians who disappeared on March 21 in San Luis Potosí and were later found alive. The detainees carried marijuana and crystal meth, along with vehicles.

March 22, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

During his Brooklyn trial, love letters from Joaquín Guzmán Loera, 'El Chapo', to partners in Mexican prisons were revealed. The texts express affection for Zulema Hernández and Lucero Sánchez, contrasting his criminal image. To Emma Coronel, they contained operational instructions.

Cuba upholds its role as a key partner in regional security against drug trafficking, despite contradictory US policies. A recent article in The American Conservative highlights overlooked bilateral cooperation. In recent years, Cuban authorities have seized tons of drugs headed to the US market.

February 02, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

A Bulgarian man wanted by Romania for alleged drug trafficking has been found working as a personal trainer at a Virgin Active gym in an upscale Cape Town suburb. This discovery follows a 2023 report on suspected criminals from Bulgaria possibly hiding in the city. The case highlights ongoing concerns about international fugitives in South Africa.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro proposed joint port control with Ecuador to fight drug trafficking, amid a trade dispute where both nations imposed 30% tariffs on each other's goods over border security issues. The Consejo Gremial urged against destabilizing the region, noting US$1.673 million in Colombian exports to Ecuador in 2025.

January 24, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

The United States and Mexico agreed in Washington to accelerate measures against the fentanyl crisis and transnational criminal networks during the third meeting of the Security Implementation Group. The State Department recognized Mexico's work in capturing criminals like Ryan Wedding. Both nations seek concrete results to protect border communities.