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Diving World Cup Canceled Amid Surge in Cartel Violence

2/27/2026

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World Aquatics canceled the Diving World Cup scheduled for March 5-8 in Zapopan, Jalisco, citing safety concerns after the death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera.
Cartel-related violence has killed at least 70 people, prompting the postponement of several high-level soccer matches.
FIFA is monitoring the situation and has expressed concern that Mexico may lose hosting rights for the 2026 World Cup.
Mexican officials have not yet commented on the cancellations or ongoing violence.

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World Aquatics canceled the Diving World Cup scheduled for March 5-8 in Zapopan, Jalisco, citing safety concerns after the death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera.
Cartel-related violence has killed at least 70 people, prompting the postponement of several high-level soccer matches.
FIFA is monitoring the situation and has expressed concern that Mexico may lose hosting rights for the 2026 World Cup.
Mexican officials have not yet commented on the cancellations or ongoing violence.