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Mexico\u2019s Navy and armed forces have reinforced security across Jalisco following the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” in an operation that triggered retaliatory violence and raised concerns about prolonged instability.<\/p>\n

In a Feb. 24 press release, Mexico\u2019s Secretariat of the Navy said 103 Marines<\/a> and tactical vehicles arrived in Puerto Vallarta aboard the naval vessel ARM “Usumacinta” (A-412) to reinforce surveillance and security operations after attacks targeting businesses and property in several neighborhoods.<\/p>\n

Naval authorities said additional personnel supported by boats, aircraft and ground vehicles were deployed to conduct maritime, aerial and land patrols to help restore order.<\/p>\n

KINGPINS FALL, PRICES DON\u2019T: HOW CARTELS DEFY THE RULES OF ECONOMICS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The naval reinforcement came as federal authorities sent roughly 2,000 additional soldiers to Jalisco following the cartel leader\u2019s death, Reuters reported.<\/p>\n

The operation targeting El Mencho<\/a>, long considered one of Mexico\u2019s most powerful drug traffickers and head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparked immediate retaliation from cartel members, including roadblocks, vehicle burnings and clashes across multiple states, AP reported.<\/p>\n

Mexican officials have framed the killing as a major blow to organized crime. But analysts caution that removing a cartel leader does not necessarily translate into lasting stability.<\/p>\n

David Mora, an analyst at the International Crisis Group<\/a>, stated that “federal authorities announced that they are reinforcing troop deployments to contain the cartel\u2019s backlash, which may be protracted.”<\/p>\n

SOCCER MATCHES POSTPONED AFTER MEXICO KILLS CARTEL LEADER \u2018EL MENCHO\u2019 NEAR WORLD CUP HOST<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Mora added that “El Mencho left no clear heir, and the remaining leaders could dispute control,” and warned that the cartel\u2019s ongoing turf wars with smaller groups, especially in Guanajuato and Michoac\u00e1n, could intensify as rivals seek advantage.<\/p>\n

While the killing delivered President Claudia Sheinbaum “a win with Washington,” Mora said, “it is far from clear the killing will aid the president\u2019s ultimate goal of pacifying Mexico.”<\/p>\n

Duncan Wood, a visiting fellow for North America at the Wilson Center<\/a>, described the operation as a demonstration of state authority but warned the aftermath may hinge on the cartel\u2019s structure.<\/p>\n

TRUMP\u2019S \u2018TOTAL ELIMINATION\u2019 STRATEGY PAVED WAY FOR FALL OF CARTEL KINGPIN \u2018EL MENCHO\u2019<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

“The removal of El Mencho represents a meaningful assertion of Mexican state authority against one of the country\u2019s most violent criminal organizations. The chaos that followed was real, but temporary,” Wood said.<\/p>\n

“In the medium term, the focus shifts to the resilience of the CJNG\u2019s decentralized cells and the Mexican government’s capacity to sustain a comprehensive security strategy.”<\/p>\n

In a statement posted Feb. 24 on X, the Embassy of Mexico in the United States said transit corridors were reopening and public services were being restored, airline operations were returning to normal and Puerto Vallarta International Airport had reopened to domestic traffic.<\/p>\n

The embassy said some local security measures remain in place and that authorities are working with international partners to ensure safety at transit hubs and tourist destinations.<\/p>\n

Whether the surge of troops and naval forces will prevent a broader escalation remains uncertain as authorities brace for potential power struggles within the cartel and continued clashes with rival groups.<\/p>\n

Reuters contributed to this report.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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