"Of course, we are monitoring the situation in Mexico these days, but I want to say from the outset that we have complete confidence in Mexico, in its president, Claudia Sheinbaum, and in the authorities, and we are convinced that everything will go as smoothly as possible. Mexico is a great country, like in every country in the world, things happen; we don't live on the moon or another planet."
"The Mexican army killed Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, 'El Mencho,' who led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, on Sunday, sparking several days of violence. Cartel members burned cars and blocked roads in nearly a dozen Mexican states and authorities report that at least 70 people have died."
"Thirteen World Cup matches are scheduled to be held in Mexico, including the opening game in Mexico City on June 11 between the co-host and South Africa. Guadalajara, the central hub for the Jalisco cartel, is scheduled to host four."
Following the Mexican army's killing of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, violence erupted across Mexico with cartel members burning cars and blocking roads in nearly a dozen states, resulting in at least 70 deaths. Despite concerns about hosting the World Cup in three months, FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed complete confidence in Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum, and Mexican authorities to ensure security and order. Thirteen World Cup matches are scheduled in Mexico, including the opening game in Mexico City on June 11. Local soccer matches were postponed following the violence, though Mexico successfully played a friendly against Iceland. Colombian Soccer Federation President Ramon Jesurun stated confidence that Mexico will overcome current challenges.
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