It has become clear that ex-FARC rebels are now working for the Mexican drug trafficking groups. This information represents a complex for the Mexican and other regional authorities. Clearly, these groups are exploiting the unexpected consequences of the Colombian Peace Agreement.
Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (AMLO) has been described as the last hope for Mexico, a nation facing unprecedented levels of violence from a military conflict against transnational criminal groups. In this climate, AMLO has endorsed a progressive and revolutionary political platform for his presidential campaign, representing a potential reversal of Mexico's crisis. One of AMLO's... Continue Reading →
One of the states with the highest levels of violence in Mexico is Guerrero. Located in the southern region of the nation, Guerrero presents precarious conditions for the upcoming democratic elections. This state's condition stems from the ongoing conflict between drug cartels, self-defense groups, and local authorities. Despite the grim outlook, there are signs that... Continue Reading →
Several actors are contributing to the armament of drug trafficking groups in Mexico. This condition complicates the elimination of these criminal groups.
The United States contributed to the development of Los Zetas with the adoption of inadequate policies.
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