Trump’s description of the Mexican trafficking world – one dominated by a few cartels that can be swiftly defeated – is at odds with how the crime organizations actually operate, experts say.

Mexico is one of the most dangerous countries for members of the press, with more than 150 journalists murdered since 1994, according to Reporters Without Borders.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said homicides have fallen 40% since she took office, evidence, she says, that her organized crime strategy is working. But analysts cast doubt on the accuracy of the data.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that the possibility of U.S. military action in Mexico has been ruled out, following a conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump. Sheinbaum emphasized the importance of collaboration within the framework of Mexican sovereignty during her morning press conference.

The earthquake’s epicenter was near San Marcos near the Pacific coast resort of Acapulco, according to Mexico ’s national seismological agency.

"I cancelled my World Cup tickets," one social media user wrote. "The ICE may decide that I am a gang member."

Knowing the possible dangers, five hunters travel deep into Mexico's drug cartel territory to hunt Coues deer during the January rut.

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican government boasted Thursday a sharp decline in homicide rates, presenting the figures as evidence that its security strategy is working, while analysts cautioned that the numbers may not fully reflect the country’s violence.

President Trump said the US will begin targeting drug cartels with military strikes, and suggested the operations could take place in Mexico.