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El Mencho's Death Sparks Violence, Cartel Remains Intact

4/18/2026

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The United States' blockade of Iran's ports draws attention to Kharg Island.
In Mexico, the death of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparked violence across states.
Officials celebrate the death as a victory, but experts warn that removing a kingpin does not dismantle the cartel.
The episode, produced by Al Jazeera with insights from journalist Andalusia K. Soloff, examines Mexico's security trajectory.

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Story summary

The United States' blockade of Iran's ports draws attention to Kharg Island.
In Mexico, the death of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparked violence across states.
Officials celebrate the death as a victory, but experts warn that removing a kingpin does not dismantle the cartel.
The episode, produced by Al Jazeera with insights from journalist Andalusia K. Soloff, examines Mexico's security trajectory.