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US-Backed Operation Ends Reign of Cartel Boss ‘El Mencho’

  A forensic ambulance believed to be transporting the body of Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as "El Mencho,"leaves the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Organised Crime (FEMDO), following a military operation in which a government source said he was killed, in Mexico City, Mexico, February 22, 2026.  Mexico has entered a turbulent new chapter after the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho , one of the country’s most feared cartel leaders. The Mexican military, supported by U.S. intelligence, carried out a high‑stakes raid in the western state of Jalisco that resulted in the fatal wounding of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) boss. He later died while being transported to Mexico City for treatment.  Authorities confirmed that the operation, conducted in Tapalpa, was part of an intensified bilateral effort to curb the production and trafficking of fentanyl and other narcotics into the United States. A specialized U.S.-led int...

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Carney Calls for National Unity, Outlines Trade Strategy Amid Trump’s Influence

Former Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney has urged Canadians to come together in a time of economic uncertainty, emphasizing national unity as the country navigates complex trade relationships and global economic shifts.  

In a speech addressing business leaders and policymakers, Carney outlined key steps to strengthen Canada’s trade position, particularly in light of evolving U.S. policies under former President Donald Trump’s influence. Carney has stressed the need for unifying the country and diversifying its trading partners to pivot away from relying on the United States and reducing the impact of Trump’s tariff policies.  

While expressing optimism about Canada’s ability to adapt, Carney emphasized the importance of collaboration among industries, provinces, and political leaders to secure economic resilience. His government has pledged to improve trade between provinces and craft more "Made in Canada" supply chains to reduce reliance on foreign markets.  

With ongoing discussions about trade agreements and geopolitical tensions, Carney’s message resonated as a call to prioritize stability and shared prosperity. His remarks reinforced the idea that Canada's economic future depends on a unified approach to global commerce and domestic policy adaptation.  

Carney is expected to visit Washington next week to meet with Trump on trade and security issues, aiming to negotiate terms that will protect Canadian industries from further economic disruptions.  


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