A wave of cartel violence has erupted across Mexico after the killing of drug kingpin El Mencho, with highways set on fire, airports thrown into chaos and multiple flights cancelled, as officials confirm the raid that took him down was carried out by Mexican forces with critical intelligence support from the United States. In this video, we break down how the Jalisco New Generation Cartel struck back after their leader’s death, why tourists and civilians were left scrambling for safety, and what this US‑backed operation means for Mexico’s security and the broader war on cartels.