Mexico drug lord El Mencho killed; cartel rampage halts cities: What happened in last 24 hrs

Mexico experienced intense cartel violence following the military operation that killed drug lord “El Mencho.” The retaliation included arson, blockades, and gun battles across multiple states, prompting the deployment of 10,000 troops. Authorities tracked and killed the CJNG leader, but his death has led to widespread unrest and a prison break.