Cartel Chronicles: Mexico Asks the U.S. For Help When It Comes To Weapons Trafficking Into Mexico
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Cartel Chronicles: Mexico Asks the U.S. For Help When It Comes To Weapons Trafficking Into Mexico
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Mexico grapples with a complex issue involving the widespread availability of illegal weapons, particularly military-grade arms, which exacerbates the country's already challenging security situation. Criminal organizations, particularly drug cartels, play...
mostra di piùOne key aspect of this problem is the porous border between Mexico and the United States. Arms trafficking across this border is a major channel through which illegal weapons enter Mexico. The ease of access to firearms in the U.S., coupled with inadequate regulation and oversight, contributes to the flow of weapons southward. The illegal trade often involves the smuggling of firearms purchased legally in the U.S. or acquired through straw purchases.
The types of weapons involved range from assault rifles to heavy weaponry, posing a severe threat to both law enforcement and civilians. These arms contribute to the escalating violence seen in battles between rival cartels and clashes with security forces.Efforts to address this issue involve collaboration between Mexican and U.S. authorities. Improved intelligence-sharing, joint operations, and coordinated strategies aim to disrupt arms trafficking networks. However, the challenges are multifaceted, and addressing the root causes of the demand for illegal weapons remains a complex task.
In this episode,we take a look at the impact of these weapons making their way into Mexico and how some of those weapons are making their way from battlefields from across the world.
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source:
Mexico demands investigation into US military-grade weapons used by cartels | AP News
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