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Mexico’s Former Top Cop Convicted of Drug Trafficking
"It is unconscionable that the defendant betrayed his duty as Secretary of Public Security by greedily accepting millions of dollars in bribe money that was stained by the blood of Cartel wars."
February 22, 2023
In “Warning Sign” for U.S., Iranian Warships are Reportedly Sailing Toward Panama Canal
After a stopover in Brazil, two Iranian naval ships are reportedly sailing toward the strategic Panama Canal, as…
Online System to Seek Asylum in U.S. is Quickly Overwhelmed
Hours before sunrise, migrants at one of Mexico’s largest shelters wake up and go online, hoping to secure…
January 30, 2023
U.S. Monitoring Iranian Bid to Establish ‘Military Presence’ in Panama Canal
The State Department said on Tuesday that it is monitoring "Iran's attempts to have a military presence in…
January 27, 2023
Congress Considering Resolution to Use Military Force Against Mexican Drug Cartels
The resolution stems from frustration from the ongoing fentanyl epidemic crossing into the United States.
January 23, 2023
Iran to Station Warships in Panama Canal
Iran's navy is set to station warships for the first time in the Panama Canal, a critical trade…
January 12, 2023
Venezuela Opposition Looks to Overhaul ‘Interim Government’
Juan Guaidó has been the face of Venezuelans’ efforts to restore their democracy since he took to the…
Mexican Asylum Seekers Set Their Sights North: On Canada
Pedro Meraz says living in Colima, Mexico, was like living in a war zone, with shootings, burning cars…
November 28, 2022
Mexico Steps Up Immigration Controls in South
Mexican security and immigration authorities have stepped up patrols, highway checkpoints and raids in southern Mexico since the…
November 17, 2022
Senior Guatemalan Official Raises Concerns Over Terrorists Potentially Heading to U.S. Border
Guatemala is the northern most Central American country before Mexico for the millions who migrate to the U.S. from that region.
November 15, 2022