The Economic Times

Security forces keep up fight with cartel gunmen a day after the Mexican military killed a drug lord

Mexico's army has killed drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho. His death triggered widespread violence across the country. Roadblocks and fires erupted as cartel fighters retaliated. Over 70 people died in the operation and its aftermath. Security forces continue their battle with cartel gunmen. Many fear further violence as the nation remains on edge.