Sheinbaum reassures Mexico after US military movements spark concern
NPR • • world
Key Points:
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed concerns about recent U.S. military movements near Mexico, clarifying that no U.S. military flights occurred over Mexican territory following a U.S. FAA advisory about military activities in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
- Sheinbaum explained that a U.S. military transport plane seen at Toluca airport was part of a logistical operation for training, authorized by Mexico's Secretary of Defense, and did not require Senate approval.
- The events heightened sensitivities due to recent U.S. actions regarding Venezuela and threats of military intervention against Mexican drug cartels, prompting ongoing diplomatic discussions between Mexico and the U.S.
- Both governments reaffirmed their commitment to security cooperation without compromising Mexico's sovereignty, with security officials scheduled
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