What does El Mencho’s demise imply for Mexico’s battle in opposition to organized crime? | DW News

Mexico is feeling the wrath of a powerful drug cartel after an army operation resulted in the death of its leader. Known as "El Mencho", he was one of the most wanted men in both Mexico and the United States. His killing sparked violence across the country, closing airports, schools and public transport.

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0:00 Cartel boss killing sets off wave of violence in Mexico
1:56 Alex Gonzalez Ormerod, Journalist
6:05 Katie Silver, Journalist
9:59 David Mora, Crisis Group

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