Mathematician Proves Math Can Beat Mexico's Cartels
A Mexico City researcher discovered that arresting cartel leaders makes violence worse, not better. His breakthrough model shows exactly how to actually reduce crime.
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A Mexico City researcher discovered that arresting cartel leaders makes violence worse, not better. His breakthrough model shows exactly how to actually reduce crime.

Nigeria's drug enforcement agency and the US DEA are joining forces to cut off the money supply that fuels terrorism across Africa. Their new 12-month action plan targets drug cartels using trafficking profits to fund violent extremist groups.

In a groundbreaking operation, the FBI indicted six Chinese citizens and two pharmaceutical companies for supplying deadly fentanyl chemicals to cartels. The win marks the first major cooperation with China on the fentanyl crisis in over a decade.
Since October 2024, Mexican authorities have confiscated over 24,000 firearms, most smuggled from the U.S., at rates far exceeding previous administrations. The aggressive crackdown shows real progress in tackling cartel weapons supply chains.
Ecuador and the United States have joined forces to combat drug trafficking that's fueled violence in the South American nation. The partnership marks a major step in reclaiming safety for millions of Ecuadorians.

A Ghanaian forestry leader is facing legal pressure after cracking down on illegal logging cartels. Experts say the case will test whether Ghana protects officials who enforce environmental laws.