Mexico Stands Firm Against U.S. Military Intervention on Drug Cartels

In light of recent reports regarding U.S. military strategies aimed at combating drug cartels in Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum insists that no military invasion will occur, emphasizing sovereignty and cooperation without intervention.

Amid rising tensions regarding drug-related violence, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum declared that the U.S. military will not be authorized to enter Mexico for operations against drug cartels. This assertion follows reports that President Trump had signed a controversial directive aimed at utilizing military force on foreign soil to combat these criminal organizations.

"The United States is not going to come to Mexico with the military," Sheinbaum insisted, making it clear that such an invasion is "absolutely ruled out." The directive, as reported by The New York Times, is believed to provide a formal basis for potential military action against designated drug cartels, many of which operate across the border in Mexico.

In discussions with reporters, Sheinbaum confirmed that the Mexican government had been briefed about the impending order concerning the cartels but maintained that military personnel would not be involved. "When it has been brought up, we have always said 'No,'" she noted, emphasizing Mexico's sovereignty and refusal to allow U.S. military presence on its soil.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that designating these cartels as terrorist organizations would enhance U.S. efforts to combat drug trafficking through intelligence and military resources. He claimed that armed terrorist status warrants a more aggressive stance against these groups.

Despite the reported tensions and disagreements over how to manage cartel violence, recent months have seen improved cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico regarding curbing illegal immigration and drug trafficking. After recording the lowest border crossings in June, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson cited a significant decline in fentanyl seizures, praising the collaborative efforts of both governments.

The commitment to address drug cartels without escalating military intervention underscores Mexico's determination to safeguard its sovereignty while tackling issues of drug-related violence collaboratively.