President Donald Trump’s post after Mexico’s El Mencho kill fuels speculation over US role

New Delhi: The ongoing crackdown against the drug mafia in Mexico became a topic of global discussion when US President Donald Trump made a mysterious social media post just hours after Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes alias El Mencho was killed. Trump wrote, “We are winning too much, it is just not fair! President DJT” This statement has raised many new questions of security, diplomacy and politics.

What exactly was Trump's post indicating?

Trump's statement appeared to be placed in a context directly related to the military operation or El Mencho's death. He wrote on his supporters' forum that "we are winning a lot", indicating that he considered the tough measures against drug cartels a positive achievement. The phrase sparked debate among political analysts over whether US or Trump policies were making security operations in Mexico more effective.

How was El Mencho killed?

On Sunday, special security forces conducted a very dangerous operation and surrounded El Mencho in the Tlapalpa region of Jalisco state in Mexico. According to the army statement, they engaged heavily armed criminals and killed El Mencho along with six other criminals. Two accused were also arrested in the operation and a huge quantity of weapons was recovered. El Mencho was found seriously injured at the scene and was airlifted out by helicopter for medical attention but died en route.

What was the situation in Mexico after his death?

As soon as El Mencho's murder became public, his supporters and gang members incited violence in about half a dozen states. Hundreds of roadblocks were set up, vehicles were set on fire and firing was reported in several areas. There was chaos in other cities including Jalisco's capital Guadalajara, with citizens warned to stay safe at home. Many foreign airlines also suspended flights from there indefinitely due to security reasons.

Can this statement upset the diplomatic balance?

Diplomatic experts believe that public statements on such sensitive matters should be made very thoughtfully. Questions are also being raised in Mexico about whether such comments can affect the sovereignty and efforts of the security forces there. Whereas critics in America are calling it an irresponsible statement.

In which direction will the fight against drug mafia go next?

Experts believe that a big chapter has definitely ended with the death of El Mencho, but the problem of drug trafficking will not end here. Cartel networks are still active and new leaders may emerge. In such a situation, the challenge for both Mexico and America is how to convert this opportunity into a concrete long-term strategy.