Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico Right Now, Given the Cartel Violence?
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The recent killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, triggered significant violence and unrest in parts of Mexico, including gunfights, fires, and roadblocks.
- Flights to and from key tourist destinations like Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara were canceled, and the U.S. government issued “shelter in place” warnings for several areas, including Cancún and Playa del Carmen.
- Mexican authorities have arrested 70 suspects and killed 34 cartel members, while 25 National Guard members have died in the conflict; nearly 10,000 troops have been deployed to restore order.
- As of late Monday, most airports in Mexico are open and operating normally, with some regions returning to
