Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico was already aware of plans concerning the cartels and maintained that military involvement was not included in any agreements. She reiterated her earlier claims that such designations should not serve as a pretext for US military action violating Mexican sovereignty. "It is not part of any agreement," she said, dismissing military involvement as an option. Secretary of State Marco Rubio previously supported the designation, expressing the need for a shift in how the US deals with cartels. The reported directive potentially allows military operations against cartels at sea and on land, heightening tensions between the two nations.
On a more cooperative front, recent data by US Customs and Border Protection showed declining border crossings, with US Ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, commending the partnership established between the Trump administration and Sheinbaum's government to combat drug trafficking. Johnson highlighted the collaborations are making both nations safer.
As the complexities of drug trafficking continue to dominate discussions between the US and Mexico, the emphasis remains on collaborative efforts rather than military confrontation, as leaders navigate this contentious issue.
On a more cooperative front, recent data by US Customs and Border Protection showed declining border crossings, with US Ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, commending the partnership established between the Trump administration and Sheinbaum's government to combat drug trafficking. Johnson highlighted the collaborations are making both nations safer.
As the complexities of drug trafficking continue to dominate discussions between the US and Mexico, the emphasis remains on collaborative efforts rather than military confrontation, as leaders navigate this contentious issue.
