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Mexican Military Eliminates CJNG Leader El Mencho in Targeted Jalisco Operation
Mexico City, Sunday, 22 February 2026.
On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Mexican military forces eliminated Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias “El Mencho,” in a targeted operation in Jalisco, ending the decades-long pursuit of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader. Oseguera, who carried a $15 million U.S. reward, was a central figure in the global synthetic drug trade. While this operation represents a major victory for Mexico’s federal security strategy, the immediate aftermath has seen violent retaliatory blockades across multiple states, including Michoacán and Guanajuato. Analytically, this event signals a critical transition point; the removal of such a dominant capstone figure is likely to fracture the CJNG, leading to a volatile succession struggle. This fragmentation poses significant risks for regional security and cross-border logistics as rival factions and cartels maneuver to fill the power vacuum left by one of the world’s most wanted fugitives.
Organized Blockades and Arson Disrupt Critical Infrastructure in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, Sunday, 22 February 2026.
Early Sunday, Puerto Vallarta faced unprecedented security disruptions as organized groups deployed burning vehicles and tire spikes to sever major transport arteries. This coordinated destabilization of critical infrastructure in Jalisco poses immediate risks to the region’s vital tourism economy and expatriate investment landscape.
Ambassador Huckabee Backs Biblical Land Claims Extending Across Middle East
Jerusalem, Friday, 20 February 2026.
In a February 20 interview, Ambassador Huckabee stated it would be “fine” if Israel claimed biblical territory extending to the Euphrates, noting Gaza’s economy could have rivaled Singapore.
EU Auto Market Sees 67% Diesel Drop Amid 45-Fold EV Surge
Luxembourg, Friday, 20 February 2026.
New Eurostat data reveals a structural overhaul of the EU car market: diesel registrations plummeted 67% while battery-electric vehicles surged forty-five-fold since 2014, signaling a decisive shift in the region’s energy transition.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested Following Investigation into Misconduct in Public Office
London, Thursday, 19 February 2026.
Detained on his 66th birthday, the former prince faces allegations of sharing sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein while serving as the UK’s special trade envoy.
Peru Selects Leftist José María Balcázar as Eighth President in a Decade of Instability
Lima, Thursday, 19 February 2026.
Amid persistent volatility, Congress appointed 83-year-old leftist José María Balcázar as interim president, becoming Peru’s eighth leader in a decade after his predecessor was ousted for corruption.
Anthropic CEO Positions India as Central Engine for Future AI Economy
New Delhi, Thursday, 19 February 2026.
Amodei projects India could realize 25% AI-driven growth, outpacing developed nations. Anthropic is backing this potential by opening a Bengaluru office to leverage the country’s vast talent pool.
