World Cup 2026: Mexico ramps up security amid cartel violence

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Al Jazeera English

Mexico is stepping up security measures in preparation for the FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with the US and Canada. President Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to ensure the safety of all attendees. But recent violence is raising concerns about Mexico's ability to secure the event. Al Jazeera’s Julia Galiano reports from the city of Monterrey. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Mexico #WorldCup2026 #Security #CartelViolence #ElMenchoKilled #JaliscoCartelOperation #GuadalajaraViolence #CJNG #Guadalajara #ClaudiaSheinbaum #AlJazeeraEnglish