The spiralling crime and violence in San Cristóbal de Las Casas has also provided a perfect opportunity for the continued militarization of the state of Chiapas. This has been the preferred option of AMLO’s government at the federal level to deal with public security issues despite election promises to the contrary.
San Cristóbal under Police and Military Siege READ MORE »
This week’s violence in San Cristóbal de Las Casas is just the tip of the iceberg of a complex web of competition for control of the state of Chiapas by organized crime groups. This article examines the main players in the conflict and their activities in the area.
Violence in Chiapas over War between “Chapos”, CJNG, Zetas and Mara Salvatruchas READ MORE »
The United Nations’ World Cocaine Report 2023 mentions that an significant part of the violence in Latin America related to drug trafficking is due to the rivalry between local allies of the Mexican Sinaloa Cartel and Jalisco New Generation Cartel that has been supported in Mexico with networks of specialized alliances with local crime groups.
The Sinaloa and Jalisco cartels wage an intense battle in Chiapas territory READ MORE »
Amidst loving tributes from around the world at the passing of Don Pablo González Casanova, Luis Hernández Navarro offers a beautiful window into the uniqueness of his legacy. Rest in power, Comandante Contreras.
A Giant Named Pablo Gonzalez Casanova READ MORE »
We join so many others in our humble gratitude and respect for the life and work of a truly incredible human, teacher, student and visionary – after 101 years, Don Pablo González Casanova has passed on.
Fare Thee Well, and Thank You Comandante Pablo Contreras! READ MORE »
