Mexican drug lord killed, United States issues security warning

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel in Mexico, "El Mencho," was killed in an operation involving the Mexican army on the 22nd of this month. It is reported that the United States participated in this operation. It is understood that the Jalisco New Generation Cartel in Mexico has carried out multiple retaliatory violent activities in several states, setting fire to vehicles and buildings in places like Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara Airport, blocking roads in many areas, and engaging in clashes with government agencies. The US State Department issued a notice stating that due to ongoing criminal activities, American citizens in certain areas of Jalisco, Tamaulipas, Michoacn, Guerrero, and Nuevo Leon in Mexico should take shelter on site until further notice. On the same day, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and Alaska Airlines also announced the suspension of flights to Puerto Vallarta until further notice. "El Mencho," 56, is one of the top wanted criminals by the Mexican and American governments. The United States listed the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a terrorist organization in 2025.