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Mexico launches operation against drug-cartel drones near U.S. border

Mexico has activated an operation targeting drones operated by drug traffickers near the border with the United States. The action indicates an armed security threat involving cross-border areas.

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Drone use by criminal groups could increase risks to border communities, security forces and cross-border movement.

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  1. México activa operativo contra drones del narcotráfico en la frontera con EU – Novedades de Tabasco ↗novedadesdetabasco.com.mx · Recorded source date: Sep 11, 2026, 12:32 AM UTC

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