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El Mencho killed in military raid - cartel mayhem erupts

Mexican forces killed CJNG leader Nemesio 'El Mencho' in a targeted operation that has sparked widespread cartel reprisals across Mexico leaving dozens dead and threatening tourism trade and US citizens in affected regions

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25 - Mexican National Guard members killed after El Mencho raid

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