Mexico, CIA reject report of US assassination campaign against cartels
Summary
Mexico’s government and the CIA have denied reports that US agents have taken part in secret killings of drug cartel members in Mexico. The denials came after CNN said the CIA was directly involved in lethal operations against cartels, which both Mexico and the CIA say are false.Key Facts
- CNN reported that the CIA has participated in attacks, including an explosion that killed a suspected cartel member in March.
- The CIA spokesperson called the report false and harmful to US interests.
- Mexico’s Secretary of Security rejected any claims of covert US operations on Mexican soil.
- Cooperation between Mexico and the US on drug issues exists but respects Mexico’s sovereignty and is done with mutual trust.
- Since January 2023, President Donald Trump has led a strong campaign against Latin American drug gangs, labeling some as terrorist groups.
- The Trump administration has launched air strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats, killing over 190 people.
- Tensions exist as Mexico says US agents must notify Mexican authorities when operating in Mexico.
- Mexico passed a law in 2020 requiring foreign agents to share information and forbidding diplomatic immunity for those operating in Mexico.
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