The Embassy of Spain in Mexico This Sunday, he issued a clear warning to Spaniards who are in the country: to exercise extreme caution in the face of the blockades and violent episodes recorded in different parts of the territory after the death of
The leader of Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) died in a military operation in the state of Jaliscoan event that has triggered riots, fires and road closures in several regions.
Various states in tension
According to the statement released by the Spanish diplomatic delegation, late on Sunday, pockets of tension persisted, especially in Jalisco, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Nayarit, Colima, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes and Guanajuato. These are states located in the center of the country and on the Pacific coast, where the CJNG has historically had a strong presence.
The message is direct: Follow the instructions of local authorities and limit non-essential travel. The Spanish Consulate in Guadalajara, one of the most affected cities, spoke along the same lines, recommending staying in homes or safe places while the situation of instability continues.
The spanish warning It joins those issued by other European and North American countries that have also asked their citizens for caution.
Blockades, fires and confrontations
After learning of the death of Oseguera Cervantes, and attacks on businesses in at least a dozen states. Images spread on social networks show trucks burning on main roads and heavy police deployments in several cities.
was killed by military forces in an operation in A fightabout 130 kilometers from Guadalajara, capital of the state of Jalisco. Considered one of the most wanted criminals by Mexico and the United Statesmillion-dollar rewards were weighing on him for information that would facilitate his capture.
The Mexican Government calls for calm
The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaumasked the population to remain calm and assured that there is coordination between the federal government and state administrations. According to him, despite the incidents, in most of the country activity is developing normally.
However, authorities maintain security operations deployed in the most affected areas. to prevent the unrest from spreading.
Meanwhile, the recommendation for Spanish citizens in the country is clear: prudence, constant information and avoiding any displacement unnecessary until the situation stabilizes.
