Armor of God

A Prayer for Mexico in the Midst of Escalating Conflict God of light,   look upon Mexico in this hour of fear and uncertainty.   Where shadows gather, let Your presence rise stronger still.   Where people feel trapped by forces beyond their control,   surround them with protection that no darkness can break. Guard the families who are afraid to sleep,   the workers who must still travel,   the tourists caught in confusion,   and the communities holding each other together   with courage they should never have had to muster. Let Your light expose every hidden intention   that brings harm to the innocent.   Let Your wisdom guide those who protect,   Your peace steady those who panic,   and Your strength uphold those who feel powerless. We ask not for destruction,   but for the dissolving of every dark influence—   every force that thrives on fear,...

In the final hours leading up to the discovery of El Mencho's hideout, a meticulous and covert operation unfolded, reflecting the relentless pursuit of justice by those who seek to dismantle the cartel's grip on power The escalating violence and territorial expansion of Mexican drug cartels—particularly the Sinaloa Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), and Gulf Cartel—pose severe threats to civilians, travelers, and border communities. These cartels operate with near-impunity, leveraging corruption, militarized tactics, and transnational networks to traffic drugs, weapons, and humans while engaging in extortion, kidnapping, and mass killings.  Mexican cartels have evolved into paramilitary forces, employing armored vehicles, drones, and advanced weaponry (e.g., .50-caliber rifles, grenades) to dominate smuggling routes and suppress rivals . The CJNG, for instance, has expanded into 40+ countries, while the Sinaloa Cartel controls fentanyl production—a key driver of the ...