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On Sunday Mexican security forces killed El Mencho, one of the country鈥檚 most wanted drug lords and the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). In response, members of the feared cartel have unleashed a wave of violence across 20 Mexican states.

Jack Burgess, a 麻豆社 reporter who covers international affairs, explains what鈥檚 been happening. And Laura Garcia, a 麻豆社 reporter from Mexico, explains how cartels recruit young people and how everyday Mexicans have had to adapt to the threat of cartel violence.

The uptick in violence comes as Mexico prepares to host the World Cup, alongside the U.S. and Canada, between 11 June and 19 July. 麻豆社 Sport reporter Daniel Austin tells us how fans have been reacting and what it might mean for the football tournament.

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