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Sheinbaum Demands U.S. Assurance on Military Flights Over Mexico

1/20/2026

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed concerns about U.S. military movements near Mexico after Venezuela attack.
She requested written assurances from the U.S. that no military flights would occur over Mexican territory.
Images of a U.S. plane at Toluca airport prompted opposition Senator Clemente Castañeda to seek Senate approval.
Sheinbaum said the operation was authorized by the Secretary of Defense.
Both nations plan to meet again to strengthen security cooperation.

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed concerns about U.S. military movements near Mexico after Venezuela attack.
She requested written assurances from the U.S. that no military flights would occur over Mexican territory.
Images of a U.S. plane at Toluca airport prompted opposition Senator Clemente Castañeda to seek Senate approval.
Sheinbaum said the operation was authorized by the Secretary of Defense.
Both nations plan to meet again to strengthen security cooperation.