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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Under Siege After Army Kills Major Cartel Leader
- The Mexican army killed a major cartel leader, triggering a regional security backlash including Puerto Vallarta.
- Fires and blockades were reported as violence spread to multiple areas around Jalisco, including airport and city streets.
- U.S. and Mexican authorities advised tourists to shelter in place as security operations continued in the region.
- Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro said authorities planned operations to disrupt cartel activity in the region.
- The operation followed the reported killing of El Mencho, a longtime cartel figure cited by major outlets.
- Local outlets and The New York Times provided details on the alleged attacks and security response.
- Images circulating online showed vehicles and public spaces affected by the violence.
- Officials described ongoing operations aimed at stabilizing multiple points in Jalisco and surrounding regions.
- The incident affected tourist areas, prompting travel advisories and heightened security measures.
- The report ties the assault to retaliation after El Mencho's reported death, escalating violence in western Mexico.
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