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Mexico's New Elite Force Takes On Drug Cartels

4/1/2025

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Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum is taking a bold step against drug cartels by launching the National Operations Unit (UNO), a new elite civilian force. Under the leadership of Omar García Harfuch, UNO seeks to strengthen investigative efforts and restore trust with U.S. partners, marking a significant shift from the previous military-centric approach amid escalating violence.

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Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum is taking a bold step against drug cartels by launching the National Operations Unit (UNO), a new elite civilian force. Under the leadership of Omar García Harfuch, UNO seeks to strengthen investigative efforts and restore trust with U.S. partners, marking a significant shift from the previous military-centric approach amid escalating violence.