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Argentina Labels Jalisco Cartel as Terrorist Organization, Imposes Sanctions

3/27/2026

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Argentina designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) as a terrorist organization, aligning policy with the United States, per President Javier Milei.
The designation enables Argentina to impose financial sanctions and restrictions on the cartel.
Nemesio Oseguera, cartel leader, was killed in a Mexican army operation with U.S. support.
Mexico has resisted labeling its cartels as terrorist organizations.
The U.S. State Department has not yet commented on Argentina's decision.

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Argentina designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) as a terrorist organization, aligning policy with the United States, per President Javier Milei.
The designation enables Argentina to impose financial sanctions and restrictions on the cartel.
Nemesio Oseguera, cartel leader, was killed in a Mexican army operation with U.S. support.
Mexico has resisted labeling its cartels as terrorist organizations.
The U.S. State Department has not yet commented on Argentina's decision.