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Mexico Deploys 10,000 Troops After Drug Boss Killed

Mexico's president Claudia Sheinbaum said the World Cup is safe for visitors. The military killed El Mencho, the country's most wanted drug lord.

Violence erupted after his death. Gunmen blocked roads and attacked security forces.

Dozens of people died in the violence. Nearly 10,000 troops were sent to stop the fighting. Sheinbaum made her safety statement despite these security concerns.

Klear Note The 2026 World Cup is soccer's biggest event, happening in Mexico. El Mencho led a major drug cartel that caused violence across Mexico.

Key Terms 2
El Mencho
Leader of a major drug cartel in Mexico
World Cup
International soccer tournament that Mexico will host
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