Mexico: Challenges and Transformationsactive

DEAR EDITOR: The letter from Javier Silva raises legitimate questions that deserve a direct response. The position we hold is not an invention or a slogan; it is the conclusion of the report presented in October 2025 to the General Assembly by Reem Alsalem, the UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls. Her diagnosis was unequivocal: "the modus operandi of the surrogacy industry is exploitative and abusive." No one discriminates against children born through surrogacy. Opposing a practice and fully respecting those who were born under it are not incompatible positions. Precisely because we care about their well-being, we are concerned about a practice that commodifies them through contracts and denies them the right to know their origins, according to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Most women who become surrogates are in situations of economic or social vulnerability. In that context, "consent" is not freely given; it is conditioned by necessity. And even if it is accepted as freely given, the contract itself negates it: the surrogate mothers are subject to clauses that control their diet, their mobility, their private lives, and even the possibility of having an abortion, according to the wishes of the commissioning parents. This is not what we call regulation. We call it legitimization. Javiera Bellolio Universidad de los Andes

Within the framework of the XIV National Dignity March, "Mothers Searching for Their Sons and Daughters, Seeking Truth and Justice," Amnesty International called on the Mexican government to guarantee security, justice, and comprehensive reparations for the families of disappeared persons, and in particular, for the mothers who are actively involved in search efforts in various regions of the country. In a statement, the organization pointed out that the crisis of disappearances in Mexico continues to affect thousands of families, and recalled that, as of April of this year, the National Registry reported over 133,503 missing persons. It highlighted that the search groups, composed of over 90% women, have been instrumental in promoting laws, public policies, and specialized institutions in response to the lack of effective action from the authorities. Also read: Since 2019, there have been 25,000 mothers searching; 19 entities admit they do not require proof of kinship to initiate investigations. "In the face of the serious omissions and ineffectiveness of the Mexican authorities, it has primarily been women, mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters, who have taken on the task of searching," said Edith Olivares Ferreto, Executive Director of Amnesty International's Mexican section. The organization warned that the searchers conduct visits to prisons, streets, clandestine graves, and areas controlled by criminal groups in their efforts to locate their missing relatives, often placing themselves in…

Mexico marked the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla on Tuesday 5 May 2026, with hundreds of participants recreating the 1862 clash in Mexico City.

Mexico City is among the fastest-sinking capitals on Earth, with subsidence rates of more than 0.5 inches per month, according to NASA.

The head of the Ministry of National Defense (Defense), General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, stated that Mexican nationalism originated from the country's independence and gained momentum during the heroic events of 1862 at the Battle of Puebla. During the commemoration of the 164th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, and the flag-raising ceremony for conscripts in the National Service, held in the city of Puebla, the senior officer commented that in the year 2000, a groundbreaking event occurred: women were included as volunteers in the National Service, participating in the activities of this institutional program. "In the current administration, the National Service has evolved towards a comprehensive social approach that strengthens young people... fostering discipline, social responsibility, respect for human rights, patriotism, national identity, and above all, love for Mexico." Also read: Sheinbaum: "No foreign power will tell us how to govern ourselves"; leads the 164th anniversary celebration of the Battle of Puebla. "To achieve this new approach, the training period was reduced from 44 to 13 Saturday sessions, scheduled in two phases starting this year, in order to support young people who are already integrated into the workforce," the secretary emphasized, accompanied by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo. He added that the thematic content in subjects such as civics and law was strengthened.

In a city where earthquakes are a part of daily life, the greatest danger is not always the earthquake itself, but rather how we react to it. Staying calm can make the difference between escaping unharmed or exposing yourself to unnecessary risks, warns Armando Gallegos Suárez, a researcher at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). "Panic is the worst enemy. Many people run out without shoes or without being prepared, and that increases the risk of injury," explained the structural engineering specialist. During an earthquake, contrary to what many believe, it is not always best to evacuate immediately. It is usually safer to take shelter inside a building in stable areas, such as the intersection of walls or near columns. In low-rise buildings, even the roof can be less risky than the street, where cables, windows, and facades could collapse. Also read: Samara Martínez denounces discrimination by Viva Aerobús; she was denied boarding with medical equipment at the AIFA. What to do after an earthquake? But the critical moment arrives after the shaking stops. Once the tremor has ended, there are key steps that can help prevent tragedies: If you smell gas, ventilate the area immediately and turn off the valve. Check the electricity before restoring it. Look for cracks: if they are diagonal (at a 45-degree angle), they could indicate serious structural damage. Make sure that furniture and objects are not about to fall. "Those angled cracks are a warning..."

The activist Samara Martínez, a driving force behind the "Trasciende" law, reported that she was discriminated against by the Viva Aerobús airline. She was not allowed to board her flight with a device she uses to manage her kidney condition, and she has called on the National Council to Prevent Discrimination (Conapred) and the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) to address her case. In a video posted on social media, Martínez accused Viva Aerobús of discrimination, stating, "Viva Aerobús discriminated against me because I am sick, and they did not allow me to board my flight home, and I am stranded at the AIFA airport." She explained that "I purchased my flight with Viva Aerobús approximately a month ago so that I could return, and today, when I arrived very early at 6:00 AM, they refused to let me board because they did not have the necessary protocols to transport the machine that keeps me alive." Also read: "Samuel," a canine detection team, identified a shipment containing over 1.2 tons of marijuana in Mexico City; the drugs were hidden in boxes of eggs. Regarding the incident, she detailed that "I contacted customer service, but they could not provide a solution, and I had to communicate via email. They refused to refund my money, and this is extremely frustrating because how can they play with someone's disability like that?" "No matter how many times I explained the situation and offered different options for transporting my machine, even suggesting I carry it on my lap, they could not help me because there was a lack of empathy," she said.

Marriages in Guatemala have been declining for four consecutive years since reaching their recent peak. Figures from the first quarter of 2026 suggest that this trend may continue. Between January and March, the National Registry of Persons (Renap) recorded 24,468 marriages, which averages 8,156 unions per month. If this rate remains constant, the year could end with approximately 97,872 marriages. However, the first few months of the year historically see fewer marriages than the second half of the year, so the annual total could be lower than this estimate. In 2021, there were a total of 110,832 marriages. That year coincided with a social reopening following restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which artificially boosted the demand for delayed civil registrations. Since 2022, the decline has been consistent: 104,594 unions throughout the year, 93,950 in 2023, and 89,327 in 2024. In just three years, Guatemala has gone from exceeding 100,000 annual marriages to registering fewer than 90,000. Last year, this decline was interrupted with 90,068 marriages, an increase of 741 unions compared to 2024. The difference between 2025 and the peak of 2021 is more than 20,000 marriages, a gap that reveals the magnitude of the change in marriage behavior among Guatemalans. The year-over-year comparison shows a clear trend: formal marriage is gradually losing ground. Between 2021 and 2024, the cumulative decline was…

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo stated that "we are doing well and we will do even better," and assured that, despite changes in U.S. economic policy and the conflict in the Middle East, the Mexican economy shows clear signs of strength. During a ceremony to sign decrees aimed at incentivizing investment projects and establishing a Single Window for Foreign Trade procedures, aligned with the "Plan Mexico," the head of the federal executive branch noted that by listening to the productive sector, her government has promoted the simplification of procedures and strengthened legal certainty to accelerate investments. "Even with complex international conditions marked by changes in U.S. economic policy and conflicts, such as the war in the Middle East, the Mexican economy shows clear signs of strength." Also read: "We have never experienced obstruction from any official"; Harfuch dismisses suspicions against Rocha within the Security Cabinet. "Today, we can responsibly and with facts say that we are doing well, but also with conviction and hope, I tell you: we will do even better, because when Mexico advances united for the well-being of its people, there is no challenge that can stop it." Addressing business leaders and members of her cabinet gathered at the National Museum of Anthropology, President Claudia Sheinbaum thanked the business community for their confidence in investing and called for continued collaboration for the development of the country. "Let's continue to..."

This morning, a seismic alert was triggered in Mexico City. The National Seismological Service reported that the preliminary earthquake had a magnitude of 6.0 and was located northeast of Pinotepa Nacional, Oaxaca. The National Civil Protection Coordination announced that, following this event, communication is being maintained with state and municipal Civil Protection units to conduct a preliminary assessment of the affected area. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. apr

Paige Drygas, who teaches English at a private school north of Dallas, doesn't feel any pressure to make learning "fun." She distinguishes between "fun"—in the sense of stress-free entertainment—and the responsibility she feels to "get students as engaged as possible." "I see it in their eyes," she said. "I try to get them thinking. For example, I don't think many people would describe Emerson and Thoreau as 'fun'." Perhaps that's why some teachers have their students play "Walden," a video game in which players simulate Thoreau's solitary stay at Walden Pond. The game is free for teachers, but Mrs. Drygas sticks to the textbooks. "The idea of self-sufficiency is really interesting. Once you address that big idea, the class moves forward quickly." Mrs. Drygas is not only skeptical about "fun." She also requires her students to write their essays by hand, read physical books, and use their laptops as little as possible. All of these counter-cultural classroom policies go hand in hand, because "fun" used to be something wonderful in school. Then, screens began to dominate instructional time, and software developers responded to the call to make school "fun" and personalize learning with a growing market of online games. This has been the biggest…

The technical visit by executives from All Nippon Airways (ANA) and personnel from The Boeing Company to Tocumen International Airport marked the beginning of a real-world assessment of a direct flight between Panama and Tokyo, a connection that has been discussed at the political and business levels in recent years. During the tour, the teams reviewed the specifications of the runway, including its length, resistance, and safety margins, considering the possibility of operating ultra-long-range aircraft. This would require adjustments to the runway ends to comply with international aviation safety standards. ANA's presence in Panama is part of a strategy to expand into new intercontinental markets. Currently, the Japanese airline does not have direct operations in continental Latin America, beyond indirect connections via the United States or Mexico. In the region, long-haul routes from Asia are primarily concentrated in cities like Mexico City and São Paulo, which positions Panama as a potential gateway to the continent, leveraging its role as a regional hub and its connectivity with over 80 destinations in the Americas. The interest in establishing this route is not new. During the official visit of President José Raúl Mulino to Japan in September 2025, the issue of the direct flight was discussed with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who confirmed that he had forwarded the proposal to the Ministry…

Authorities in Guatemala arrested two public employees this Thursday for their alleged involvement in providing false documents to Fernando Farías Laguna, a Mexican fugitive who was recently captured in Argentina. According to the EFE news agency, the investigation suggests that officials from the National Registry of Persons (Renap) were involved in the irregular issuance of a Personal Identification Document (DPI), which allowed the fugitive to evade Mexican justice for several months. According to information gathered by EFE, the operation, codenamed "Renap Facilitators," took place in the municipality of San José del Golfo, in the central department of Guatemala, and included three raids coordinated by the Public Prosecutor's Office. The individuals arrested were identified as Y. A. Mayén, a registry operator accused of suppressing and altering marital status, and L. R. López, who is accused of failing to fulfill his duties. The EFE report highlights that the officials involved allegedly used their positions to illegally provide a Guatemalan DPI to Fernando Farías Laguna, who is listed in the records under the false name of Luis Lemus Ramos. This maneuver allowed the Mexican citizen, who is accused in his country of leading a network of hydrocarbon theft and trafficking, to travel outside of Mexico and reach Argentine territory. According to the Guatemalan Prosecutor's Office, the actions attributed to the public employees…

Columba Jazmín López Gutiérrez, an engineer, has been appointed by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo as the new head of the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER). Her appointment makes her the first woman to lead Mexican agricultural policy, replacing agronomist Julio Berdegué, who will support international matters in preparation for the review of the USMCA (formerly known as the T-MEC). The agroecologist also expressed her gratitude to the President on social media for the appointment and stated that she would assume the responsibility with "great love for the country, for our land, and for the agricultural sector." She also acknowledged that the Mexican agricultural sector faces "significant challenges," but emphasized that it is entering a new era of transformation. Meanwhile, the former Secretary of Agriculture will now be responsible for advising and coordinating international agricultural matters for the Mexican government in the context of the USMCA review. Also read: Sheinbaum appoints Columba López as Secretary of Agriculture; Berdegué will defend the Mexican agricultural sector in preparation for the USMCA review. Columba López's background before joining SADER: According to the official appointment announcement, Columba López is an agroecologist with over 30 years of experience and holds a master's degree in public administration from the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP). She is an agricultural engineer from the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM) Xochimilco. Before joining SADER, from…

The Mexican government announced that Columba Jazmín López Gutiérrez will be the new Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development; Julio Berdegué will provide support on international agricultural issues and other strategic tasks within the administration. President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo appointed Columba Jazmín López Gutiérrez as the new Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER), replacing Julio Berdegué Sacristán, who will continue to serve in the Mexican government with strategic responsibilities in international affairs. A press release detailed that López Gutiérrez—a graduate in agronomy from the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM) Xochimilco—has over 30 years of experience in the agroecological field and holds a master's degree in public administration from the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP). Her appointment to the Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development marks a historic moment as she becomes the first woman to lead the country's agricultural policy. Prior to her appointment, starting in March 2025, she served as Deputy Secretary of Productive Inclusion and Rural Development at the Ministry of Welfare. Previously, she held various positions within SADER itself, including the General Coordinator of Welfare in the Field in 2025 and the General Coordinator of Territorial Operations in 2024. Her career also includes a significant period at the local level, where between 2018 and 2024 she led…

The head of the Ministry of Public Education (SEP), Mario Delgado, expressed his support for the candidacy of former Secretary of Welfare, Ariadna Montiel, for the national leadership of Morena. Through his X (formerly Twitter) account, Delgado shared that they had breakfast together and discussed various anecdotes, reflections on the political party, and the changes that have taken place in Mexico since 2018. "Ariadna is a woman of conviction who has dedicated her entire life to the cause of transformation. In all her actions, the values she learned directly from President López Obrador and our president Claudia Sheinbaum are evident." Also read: IPN Council meets with Mario Delgado, head of the SEP; requests an increase in the budget. He added that he was "very pleased" when Montiel confirmed her intention to run in the Morena national congress, which will be held on Sunday. "I am sure that all our members will support her with great joy and confidence that her leadership will lead us to a historic period in 2027, so that our country can continue to move forward with the revolution of consciousness and the #MexicanHumanism. Good luck, comrade!" On April 28th, the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, announced that Ariadna Montiel was leaving her position in charge of the various social programs. She was replaced by Leticia Ramírez Amaya. It should be noted that Mario Delgado served as the national leader of Morena from November 2020 to…

The coordinator of the PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party) in the Chamber of Deputies, Rubén Moreira, proposed a temporary suspension of toll collection at toll booths and the opening of access lanes when there is excessive traffic congestion that poses a risk to user safety and affects mobility. The PRI leader warned of two main risks in such situations: a higher probability of accidents, especially involving heavy vehicles due to frequent braking, and an increased vulnerability to crimes, such as robberies or assaults. Through a proposed amendment to Article 5 of the Federal Highways, Bridges, and Motor Transportation Law, he suggested this measure to ensure the temporary release of traffic at toll booths. Also read: Important: These will be the operating hours of public transportation in Mexico City this Friday, May 1st; there are significant adjustments. "In the event of long queues, excessive waiting times, or situations of risk, access lanes should be opened and toll collection temporarily suspended, only for the strictly necessary time to restore safe operating conditions," the proposal details. According to the initiative, the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT) will be responsible for establishing the corresponding administrative regulations, using clear technical criteria, parameters, and procedures to ensure that this measure is exceptional, temporary, and fully justified. "This initiative aims to...

The government of Mexico City announced late Thursday that over 200,000 people attended the free concert given by the group "31 Minutos" in the Zócalo, the city's main square, as part of the celebration of Children's Day in the North American country. "More than 200,000 people enjoyed the show by #31Minutos tonight! Children and adults gathered to sing, laugh, and reconnect with the characters that marked the childhood of so many, in a nostalgic evening in the Zócalo of Mexico City," the city government stated in a social media post. 🤩 More than 200,000 people were thrilled by #31Minutos tonight! 🎤✨ 🙌 Children and adults came together to sing, laugh, and reconnect with those characters that have shaped the childhood of many, in a nostalgic evening in the capital's Zócalo. 🥳 Thank you for making this… pic.twitter.com/9pscTh6UJF — Government of Mexico City (@GobCDMX) May 1, 2026 Shortly after, the mayor of the Mexican capital, Clara Brugada, detailed that over 230,000 people attended the show presented by the famous Chilean puppet group, on the occasion of the annual celebration in Mexico on April 30th, honoring childhood and children's rights. "More than 230,000 people enjoyed and sang along at the Zócalo of Mexico City with the world's largest puppet show, 31 Minutos. Long live the children of Chile!" Brugada wrote on her X account. As reported earlier…

The National Polytechnic Institute (IPN) announced that between 2025 and 2026, its central administration has been subject to 16 financial reviews by the Federal Audit Office (ASF), the Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Secretariat, the Internal Oversight Body, and external agencies. The IPN stated that these reviews have consistently shown clean accounts. This brings the total number of audits to 26 since December 2020, when the current Director General, Arturo Reyes Sandoval, took office. The Director of the IPN stated that these audits have been ongoing since the beginning of his administration and that the institute is one of the most closely scrutinized entities within the federal government. "Unless there is something else, but they continue to be conducted, and these audits are a normal process... I believe we are among the most audited organizations with the highest level of oversight," he declared to student representatives. According to a statement, these audits have resulted in recommendations and observations—common in any oversight process—which can be addressed. Furthermore, the Internal Administration Committee is informed quarterly about the status of these reviews. Also read: Sheinbaum bids farewell to her teacher, "Chela" González, urging everyone to "follow her example." Reyes Sandoval reaffirmed that his administration has maintained a zero-tolerance policy towards irregularities. He stated that action has been taken, and will continue to be taken, against any public servant who engages in misconduct.

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo shared a heartfelt message to her teacher, "Chelita," whom she described as an exceptional woman who shaped countless generations. Through her social media channels, Sheinbaum Pardo recounted how her teacher, Chelita, helped her students discover the worlds of mathematics, history, and language "with a deep love for knowledge." "She taught us to ask questions, to challenge, to learn in a different way. But above all, she made us feel loved and happy, capable of building a better world," she wrote. Also read: Sheinbaum discusses the "Los Chapitos" drug trafficking indictment presented by the U.S.; "It's just a piece of paper," she questions. To the family of teacher Chelita, the head of the federal executive branch expressed that "my heart is with you." "To all my classmates, both from the past and present: let us follow her example. Let us love education, dedication to others, democracy, freedom, and equality, as Pepe and Chela taught us," she added in her message. During her press conference on April 30th at the National Palace, the young boy Valentín asked Sheinbaum Pardo if, as a child, she had dreamed of becoming President of Mexico. Her response was: "Actually, I never imagined it. I wanted to be a professor at the university; that was my dream; and a ballerina, because I studied ballet." Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, articles, and more, directly from your mobile device.

The parliamentary group of the Labor Party in the Senate has presented a proposal to eliminate the power to freeze bank accounts without a judicial order, following a recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) that validated this authority. The proposal, referred to the joint committees of Finance and Public Credit, and of Legislative Studies, Second, for consideration, seeks to amend the Law of Credit Institutions and proposes that "we are not seeking to eliminate the state's ability to prevent financial crimes, but rather to strengthen its legitimacy by incorporating prior judicial oversight." Signed by the entire Labor Party parliamentary group, led by Senator Alberto Anaya, the proposal argues that "losing access to one's assets is not a simple administrative inconvenience. In many cases, it leads to a complete paralysis of one's economic life. To equate this measure with an ordinary administrative act is to ignore its true scope." Also read: Rubén Rocha and the accusations of drug trafficking against him; what does the extradition treaty between Mexico and the United States say? The proposed amendment states that "credit institutions must immediately suspend any actions, operations, or services with clients or users upon request from the Secretariat of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP), with prior written judicial authorization." Furthermore, "a list of blocked individuals will be provided..."

The arrest of Yesenia Alejandra Mayén Ruano and Luis Rolando López Velásquez, employees of the National Registry of Persons (RENAP) in Guatemala, marks a critical point in the investigation into the issuance of a fraudulent Personal Identification Document (DPI), allegedly used by the Mexican citizen Fernando Farías Laguna, who was apprehended in Argentina while carrying this documentation. The swift action followed after RENAP detected the suspected irregular identification on April 24th and immediately activated its institutional protocols, as reported by the entity in an official statement. As part of the process, the General Inspectorate of RENAP filed a formal complaint with the Public Prosecutor's Office (MP) on the same day, in accordance with Article 298 of the Criminal Procedure Code. Fernando Farías Laguna, a Mexican rear admiral accused in his home country of leading a network for the illegal trafficking of fuels, had been a fugitive since August 2025. His arrest in Argentine territory occurred while he was carrying a Guatemalan DPI, issued under the name of Luis Lemus Ramos. The Public Prosecutor's Office initiated a series of investigative actions that led to the arrest of the two employees involved, on April 30th, from office 213 of RENAP in San José del Golfo, Guatemala. RENAP has charged Yesenia Alejandra Mayén Ruano with the crimes of continuous suppression and alteration of civil status. Luis Rolando López Velásquez is also…

After receiving death threats against his daughter and wife, Juan Manuel De la Torre decided to leave his life in Veracruz and seek asylum in the United Kingdom. His taco recipes have opened up a new path for him in London.

Senator Enrique Inzunza Cázarez, who has been implicated by the United States Department of Justice for alleged ties to drug trafficking, attended the Senate of the Republic this morning as he would on any other session day. However, as soon as the information involving him was released, he left the legislative building. Around midday, the Morena party legislator registered his presence on the electronic attendance board and then participated in a closed-door meeting of the Morena parliamentary group. However, he did not attend the plenary session after the statement from U.S. authorities began circulating, and he essentially disappeared. Also read: LIVE: The EU accuses Rubén Rocha and 9 Mexican officials of drug trafficking; The Ministry of Foreign Affairs claims there is no evidence, follow the minute-by-minute updates. His office reported that he was no longer present, and later, the Sinaloa senator sent a message through social media to deny and reject the accusations against him, calling them "false and malicious." He stated that the accusations against him coincide with his stance against the violation of national sovereignty by CIA agents operating in Chihuahua. Furthermore, he claimed that he is being stigmatized simply for having been born and raised in the municipality of Badiraguato, the same place where drug trafficker Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán Loera is from. Also read: Opposition celebrates…

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced that her government has agreed to establish a collaboration with the Brazilian company Petrobras for the exchange of technological developments in the energy sector. During her morning press conference, the president explained that, while a formal agreement has not yet been signed, both parties agreed to work together to leverage capabilities in areas such as oil extraction and the production of biofuels. "Petrobras is a very good company," she stated. "They have developed many methodologies for oil extraction and other things, such as the production of biodiesel or ethanol. So, we agreed to collaborate so that we can benefit from the technological developments they have, and they can benefit from the technological developments we have." Also read: Sheinbaum announces "historic agreement" with the steel industry to strengthen national production. As part of this collaboration, Sheinbaum announced that a technical team from Petrobras, specializing in production, exploration, and transformation, will arrive in Mexico on May 13th to work alongside specialists from Petróleos Mexicanos. The president emphasized that this exchange aims to strengthen the capabilities of the national energy sector through international cooperation, particularly with companies that have experience in technological innovation within the oil industry.

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo held the shortest morning press conference since she began her term on October 1, 2024. This Wednesday, the event, known as the "People's Morning Briefing," started at 7:37 AM and ended at 8:24 AM, lasting only 47 minutes. With dozens of guests from the federal cabinet, as well as commercial representatives, and with relatively few questions from the press, the president announced at the beginning that it would be a short press conference, as it would be followed by the signing of a "historic" agreement to promote the Mexican steel industry. Following presentations by Raquel Buenrostro, head of the Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Secretariat; Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon, head of the Secretariat of Economy; Sergio de la Maza Jiménez, President of the National Chamber of the Iron and Steel Industry (Canacero); Carlos Ramírez Capó, president of the National Chamber of the Housing Development and Promotion Industry (Canadevi); and Luis Rafael Méndez Jaled, President of the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC), the president requested that questions be limited to those related to the signing. Also read: Sheinbaum's morning briefing, April 29, minute by minute. After a few reporters asked questions about steel in Mexico, this new agreement, and the meeting between gas station owners and the head of the executive branch, the signing ceremony and official photo were held. Minutes later, the pres…

As part of the Agreement to Promote the Mexican Steel Industry, the head of the Ministry of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, stated that "we must take great care" of the Mexican steel industry due to its importance to the country, and also because it plays a significant role in employment. In response to the presidential directive to reduce imports, the Minister of Economy said that "the essence" of the Agreement is that government purchases should be of products manufactured in Mexico: "It's not just about the price; sometimes, where something is made is very important. We have to import some things, but we must make an effort to, first, see what we can produce here in our country." "We must support, promote, and facilitate the activities and sales of the national steel industry, and help them work together to reduce imports and increase production in our country," he declared during the morning press conference held by President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on Wednesday, April 29th, at the National Palace. Also read: Sheinbaum announces "historic agreement" with the steel industry; aims to strengthen national steel production. Sergio de la Maza Jiménez, President of the National Chamber of the Iron and Steel Industry (Canacero), highlighted the Agreement as a way to increase national content and advance the substitution of imports within the framework of the "Plan Mexico." "Today, we are united in this shared effort, from the National Chamber of the Iron and Steel Industry..."

Following President Claudia Sheinbaum's announcement that Ariadna Montiel Reyes was stepping down from her position as head of the Ministry of Welfare to run for the National Presidency of Morena, several politicians have congratulated the former secretary and her successor, Leticia Ramírez. Citlalli Hernández, president of Morena's National Electoral Commission, congratulated Montiel via social media: "Since I've known her, she has been characterized by her hard work, discipline, and commitment to our transformation project. As a public servant, she has dedicated the past few years of her life to supporting the most important social policy of the Fourth Transformation." She also extended her congratulations to Leticia Ramírez Amaya, who will assume the position of head of the Ministry of Welfare: "Her commitment and social sensitivity will be put at the service of the people of Mexico." Also read: Ariadna Montiel leaves the Ministry of Welfare; Leticia Ramírez replaces her. Rosa Icela Rodríguez, The Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, also extended her congratulations to Ramírez Amaya, highlighting "her sensitivity, humanism, and commitment to just causes." In her message, Rodríguez stated that her new appointment would lead to outstanding work. Carlos Brito Via his X account, the General Director of Televisión y Radio Mexiquense, Carlos Brito, expressed his best wishes to the new head of the Ministry of Welfare: "I want to wish her the best..."

Claudia Sheinbaum announced via her social media channels that Ariadna Montiel Reyes, the Secretary of Welfare, would be stepping down from her position and would be replaced by Leticia Ramírez Amaya. The President emphasized that Ramírez Amaya: "Is a great help to me in the presidency; she is a colleague whom I have known for many years." Also read: Ariadna Montiel leaves the Secretary of Welfare; Leticia Ramírez will replace her. Who is Leticia Ramírez Amaya? Originally from Mexico City, she is a primary school teacher and graduate of the National School of Teachers, with studies in Social Anthropology and training in Public Administration. She worked as a teacher for over 12 years in public schools in the western area of Mexico City and has more than 25 years of experience in public administration. Also read: Ariadna Montiel will decide whether to lead Morena: Sheinbaum. What roles did she hold in the AMLO government? During the term of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, she served as the Director General of Citizen Attention at the Presidency of the Republic, responsible for receiving and responding to requests and demands from residents across the country. In 2022, she was appointed as the Secretary of Public Education, replacing Delfina Gómez Álvarez. "We have known each other for 28 years. She is a person of absolute trust, prepared, and honest; just like teacher Delfina, with strong convictions. She was also..."

The official stated that she had respect for the "precautions and measures that a friendly country like the United States" takes.

The Senate of the Republic declared the constitutional reform regarding femicide to be valid. This reform obliges the Congress of the Union to enact a law to standardize penalties and investigation protocols for this crime, which has increased in Mexico over the past decade. The President of the Board of Directors, Laura Itzel Castillo, made this declaration after confirming the approval from 27 state legislatures, thus reaching the required majority. The amendment corresponds to Article 73, Section XXI, paragraph A of the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States, and represents a fundamental change: it grants the Congress of the Union the authority to enact general legislation on femicide, with the aim of standardizing criteria, definitions, and penalties throughout the country. Also read: Maru Campos confirms she will not attend the Senate; she says she does not want to compromise information regarding the presence of CIA agents. With this reform, the federal Congress will be able to establish a unified legal framework that requires states to harmonize their legislation, which opens the door to consistent criteria for proving the crime; clearer investigation protocols; greater coordination between prosecutors' offices; and a reduction in impunity resulting from legal loopholes. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day and opinion articles from your mobile device.

If it is proven that officials in the state of Chihuahua are responsible for failing to inform the federal government about the involvement of personnel from the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in anti-drug operations, those officials, including the former prosecutor, could face charges of treason, according to Senator Enrique Inzunza Cázarez of the Morena party. "In my opinion, there is a case of treason, but that investigative power does not belong to the Senate. The Senate of the Republic is not a public prosecutor's office, it is not a judicial authority; it is a parliamentary oversight body. It is the responsibility of the Attorney General's Office to conduct a thorough, rigorous, and professional investigation to clarify the facts. And if it is proven that this crime of treason has been committed, I believe that appropriate action should be taken," he stated. Meanwhile, the president of the Board of Political Coordination (Jucopo), Ignacio Mier Velazco, stated that César Jáuregui's resignation from the prosecutor's office in Chihuahua demonstrates that he is acknowledging guilt, either for omission or for what the Attorney General's Office determines based on the files being compiled. Also read: Maru Campos rejects invitation to the Senate regarding the case of CIA agents in Chihuahua; "We will not attend because it is not mandatory," she says. The Morena parliamentary leader emphasized that it will be the Attorney General's Office that will provide the "legal and judicial framework" for this matter...

Following a request for impeachment proceedings filed against the president of the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH), Rosario Piedra Ibarra, by various organizations and families searching for missing persons, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo stated that this is a free country. During her morning press conference on Tuesday, April 28th, at the National Palace, Sheinbaum Pardo noted that "the issue is whether there is a basis for it." "Anyone who wants to promote a political matter in this free country, can do so. The question is whether there is sufficient justification to initiate impeachment proceedings against the president of a National Human Rights Commission, the sister of a political figure who disappeared during a time when the state itself was responsible for disappearances," she said. Also read: The United States is providing information about CIA agents in Chihuahua, says Sheinbaum; The Attorney General's Office will have "the final say," she says. Regarding the disappearances in Mexico, she accused that there is an attempt to create the impression that the government "is doing nothing," and affirmed that work is being done with organizations and families of missing persons, as well as on policies to prevent this crime. She pointed out that organizations cannot be prevented from carrying out search efforts, and that the National Guard provides them with support. Following the visit of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, the federal president reiterated that she will continue to collaborate as she does with any other United Nations institution. Also read: Judge orders the Attorney General's Office to reopen…

From ancient legends to laboratory experiments, its history reveals secrets of nature and current challenges for conservation. Its image has captivated both ancient civilizations and modern scientists. Considered a "walking fish" due to its appearance and behavior, it is actually an amphibian with a unique ecosystem and a history marked by myth and science. Its existence, now almost entirely limited to the south of Mexico City, makes it a symbol of biodiversity and also of environmental fragility. Origin and natural habitat of the axolotl Legend places its origin in Aztec mythology: the god Xolotl is said to have adopted this form to escape his enemies. Today, this animal is only found in the wild in Lake Xochimilco, a freshwater system in the south of Mexico City. Although it is known as the Mexican walking fish, the axolotl is a large salamander and strictly aquatic. Its habitat, once extensive, has been reduced to this area, which seriously threatens its natural survival, according to the scientific information website HowStuffWorks. Appearance and physical characteristics Recognized for its unique appearance, it has a rounded head and an expression that resembles a permanent smile. In nature, they are typically dark brown or black with spots, although leucistic and albino variants exist, which are common in captive specimens. One of its…

Following complaints raised during a weekend event by residents of Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo, regarding a lack of medication, the director of IMSS-Bienestar, Alejandro Svarch, inspected the operations of this hospital. In a video conference during the morning press briefing at the National Palace on Tuesday, April 28th, Svarch reported the arrival of medications at the Otomí Tepehua regional hospital and stated that the "Health Routes" program ensures that supplies reach the areas most in need. "We personally supervised that medical care is provided free of charge, and that medications are being delivered," said the director of IMSS-Bienestar. He reported that 2,900 units of medication had arrived at this Hidalgo facility to serve the community, and that 37 million units will be distributed to the states. Also read: Health Ministry extends the National Vaccination Week until May 31st; highlights new vaccine for pregnant women. "There are medications available, they are free of charge, and medical care is provided every day," said the director of IMSS-Bienestar. President Sheinbaum highlighted the mental health program for young people and adolescents, as well as the construction of hospitals under the so-called "fourth transformation" compared to the neoliberal period. "We are 80% of the way to providing a full supply of free medications," said the head of the federal executive branch. Also read: Report indicates 60.2 million people are employed; labor poverty is at its lowest point, according to the STPS. "A healthcare system is not built overnight, but..."

David Kershenobich, head of the Ministry of Health (SSa), announced that the National Vaccination Week will be extended until May 31st in all 32 states of the country. He stated that in the first three days of this initiative, 916,258 doses of various vaccines have been administered. During the morning press conference on Tuesday, April 28th, the Secretary highlighted that the influenza vaccine has been produced in Mexico for the past two years, while this program includes vaccines against hepatitis B, which helps prevent cirrhosis and liver cancer. "We are also administering the rotavirus vaccine, which helps reduce infant mortality related to diarrheal episodes. For children aged one year, we continue with vaccinations for measles. At six, 12, and 18 months, we administer pneumococcal, the hexavalent vaccine, hepatitis A, and continue with the influenza vaccination schedule," he said. Also read: National Vaccination Week 2026 begins; Ministry of Health plans to administer 1.7 million doses. Addressing President Claudia Sheinbaum, David Kershenobich indicated that for children under the age of 8, this immunization strategy completes their vaccination schedules, and from the age of 5, it is possible to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. He also emphasized the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, which is administered to children in the fifth grade of primary school; he explained that this vaccine...

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The pollution of the Xochimilco canals, an iconic tourist site located in the south of Mexico City, is a problem that Matter of Trust has been addressing. With an unusual initiative, the company, which has over 27 years of experience in promoting environmental projects, is attracting the attention of businesses and citizens concerned about the ecosystem. Can something as commonplace as hair help the environment? "The earth has always known and understood that hair is a nutrient for the soil. If we go back in time or even observe today, we see that animals shed their hair, which falls directly onto the earth. This acts as nutrients and helps new life and a new ecosystem to grow. So, perhaps we have forgotten or never knew, but this resource exists and is being used very effectively today," shared Constanza Alejandra Sotocandia, Operations Manager at Matter of Trust. The company arrived in Mexico in 2024 and currently has projects in Chapultepec Forest and Xochimilco. They use hair to clean the water in these areas, supporting communities, species, and the ecosystem itself. Matías, from Matter of Trust, explains that they use filters called "bumps," which are tubes made from approximately one kilogram of hair that are placed in the water, and they are recovering…

Following the announcement that Roberto Lazzeri will be the new ambassador of Mexico to the United States, President Claudia Sheinbaum held a meeting at the National Palace with the current diplomatic representative, Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, whom she publicly recognized for his work and confirmed that he will continue to collaborate with her administration. In a video shared on her social media, the federal leader appeared alongside Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco Álvarez, where she highlighted the role that Moctezuma has played during key moments in the bilateral relationship between Mexico and the United States. "He has done an extraordinary job leading the embassy, he has helped us immensely, he has represented Mexico with great dignity and strength. During very difficult times, he has been working alongside us and for all Mexicans," Sheinbaum said. Also read: The Mexican Pacific will face intense hurricanes; the "El Niño" phenomenon could reach its peak in September. The President cited the efforts made regarding the proposal to tax remittances sent from the United States, a topic that caused concern among the Mexican migrant community. According to her, the ambassador's intervention was crucial in mitigating the impact of this measure. "I'm going to tell you something: do you remember when they were going to impose a very high tax on remittances? It was really Esteban's work that..."

Senator Miguel Ángel Yunes Márquez refuted the version circulating on social media that the United States government had canceled his visa and the visa of his father, Miguel Ángel Yunes Linares. In a brief interview with the media while waiting for an elevator in the Senate, the legislator from Veracruz was reluctant to answer the reporters' questions, but eventually agreed to make a statement. "There's no point (in talking about it). I have my normal visa. These things started appearing in 2024. I just went to the United States in January, and I'll take a picture of it when I go back," he said. Also read: Ernestina Godoy meets with the Senate's Justice Committee; they will analyze the 2026-2029 Justice Plan. He stated that the audio that went viral on social media, allegedly a phone call in which his father supposedly said that his U.S. visa had been canceled and that Senator Yunes Márquez's visa was about to be canceled, "is nonsense, it's artificial intelligence." Inside the elevator, just before the doors closed, the senator assured that his father also has a valid visa to enter the United States. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. aov

The Attorney General of the Republic, Ernestina Godoy, met with the Senate's Justice Committee to discuss the Strategic Plan for the Administration of Justice for 2026-2029. "It is important to recognize that we are at a historical moment. We have a new constitutional and legal framework in the area of public security, a regulatory system capable of anticipating, dismantling, and combating criminal structures. We also have a new Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation and a Congress of the Union that is sensitive to the need for a regulatory framework that is appropriate for the national reality," Ernestina Godoy stated in her first address to the senators. "When I took office as Attorney General, I pledged to take specific actions to improve the quality of the administration of justice. I committed to transforming the Attorney General's Office into an institution with humanist values, that is transparent, efficient, and honorable, and that does not tolerate impunity or corruption," she emphasized. Also read: Sheinbaum: Regulations will be established for the use of embassies following the case involving Ebrard's son; the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating modifications. The Attorney General of the Republic stated that during the neoliberal period, social protest and political opponents were criminalized. She highlighted that currently, the guarantee of human rights is prioritized as a fundamental principle. "With this vision in the Strategic Plan that we have presented, we propose moving from inertia to action..."

President Claudia Sheinbaum has agreed with the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE), Roberto Velasco Álvarez, to establish guidelines for the use of embassies, following the case of the son of former Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard, who stayed at the Mexican embassy in the United Kingdom for six months in 2021. "What are the rules for the use of embassies? Some things are defined, but others are not. Therefore, it is very important that it is made very clear in the Mexican embassies and consulates abroad, what rules ambassadors, female ambassadors, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, or any other minister who wishes to use the facilities of the embassy must follow," she stated. During the morning press conference on Monday, April 27th, the President noted that there are no regulations on this matter, and she urged Minister Velasco to coordinate with the Committee on Ethics and Discipline of the Mexican Foreign Service to modify the necessary rules. "It is very important that we make this clear so that it is not subject to any interpretation. Therefore, the Minister of Foreign Affairs is already working with this committee. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the Ministry to determine whether any rules were violated or not," Sheinbaum Pardo clarified. Also read: Last trapped miner found dead at Santa Fe mine in Sinaloa. At the National Palace, she acknowledged the work of Marcelo Ebrard despite…

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo expressed confidence that the matter of CIA agents entering Chihuahua will be clarified, and that the good relationship with the United States and with Ambassador Ronald Douglas Johnson will be maintained on terms of collaboration and without subordination. "We are not inferior to the United States. They are not superior, meaning, it is not a country that should tell us how to behave. We maintain our dignity in a relationship of equals. Mexico is a great country, respected throughout the world, and furthermore, that is our responsibility: to give Mexico its dignity," she stated. During the morning press conference on Monday, April 27th, the president indicated that she has no desire to create a conflict with the United States, but she requested clarity and transparency regarding why CIA agents entered the country without authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE). Also read: FGR finds millions in assets belonging to Fernando Farías. "The relationship with the United States is one of equals, never bowing our heads. We are a country that treats everyone as equals. There is no notion that we are inferior, is there? This idea that was promoted for so many years of the Mexican being subservient and that Mexicans are lazy... Mexican workers are the best workers in the world. They support the economy here and support the economy there," she affirmed. The head of the executive branch hopes that the case of the American agents in the country will not be repeated and will be an exception.

Amidst the controversy surrounding the presence of CIA elements in Chihuahua to support state security operations, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo stated that Mexico always seeks to maintain a good relationship with the United States government, but cautioned that the neighboring country "must respect us, just as we respect them." The head of the federal executive branch pointed out that it is always better to strive for a good relationship with the United States for various reasons, including being trade partners, sharing a border of over 3,000 kilometers, the presence of nearly 40 million Mexicans in that country, and the fact that over a million U.S. citizens reside in Mexico. "They are our neighbors, and we must do everything possible to get along for many reasons. We are trade partners, and it is always better to seek a good relationship with our northern neighbor, just as we do with our southern neighbors and with everyone else, but we always strive for a good relationship." Also read: Sheinbaum questions unity in investigating the presence of U.S. agents in Chihuahua; "It was either the prosecutor's office or the state government," she says. "What is our framework? It is the defense of our sovereignty and our principles. Within that framework, we will always raise our concerns and express our opinions, and we will always seek an agreement within the framework of defending our sovereignty. But we do not want to have a bad relationship with the government of the United States..."

Following the attack on the President of the United States, Donald Trump, during the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association this weekend, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo condemned the incident and affirmed that democracy is a means of resolving differences. Responding to a direct question during her morning press conference, the head of the federal executive branch emphasized that Mexico was the first country to express its solidarity with the U.S. President. The federal President stated at the National Palace that violence can never be supported. "We must always oppose violence, especially political violence, as a means of resolving problems. Democracy is a way to resolve differences." Also read: Donald Trump targeted in an attack; this is how the three attempts on his life have been, one of which injured his ear. "Therefore, we can never support an act of violence, and that is why we were the first country to issue a message of solidarity, stating that President Trump and his wife are well, and we condemn this type of violence," she commented. On the night of Saturday, April 25th, attendees at the correspondents' dinner in Washington D.C. were evacuated after gunshots were heard following the welcoming speech. Donald Trump was seated next to his wife, Melania, Vice President JD Vance, and other high-ranking officials. According to authorities, a "lone shooter," identified as Cole Tomas Allen, aged 31, ...

President Claudia Sheinbaum has sparked a debate in Mexico regarding the use of fracking for natural gas extraction, a sector in which the country faces a significant vulnerability.

María Fernanda Espinosa, who is being floated as a potential successor to Secretary-General António Guterres, says the UN must "reinvent itself" in a shifting geopolitical context.

The National Executive Committee (CEN) of Morena unanimously approved the call for the VIII Extraordinary National Congress of the party, which will be held next Sunday, May 3rd, at 11:00 AM at the World Trade Center in Mexico City. According to the statement, the meeting will focus on the renewal of the party's national leadership, which was previously headed by Luisa María Alcalde Luján. She left her position to become the Legal Advisor to the Government of Mexico, at the invitation of President Claudia Sheinbaum. Furthermore, the statement indicated that the Secretary of Finance for the National Executive Committee will also be renewed. Also read: Amid controversy over CIA involvement, Sarukhán discusses sovereignty in the country; "It is built with the rule of law," he says. Both positions will be effective from May 3, 2026, to October 10, 2027. Following various changes within the party, the meeting is shaping up to be a significant moment for Morena, where organizational and leadership changes will be defined in preparation for the upcoming political challenges in 2027. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion articles, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. aov

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo inaugurated the "Felipe Ángeles" train line this Sunday, April 26th, connecting Buenavista to the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA). A 43-minute journey During the inauguration ceremony at the AIFA-Clara Kraus station, at the request of the President, Andrés Lajous, director of the Integrated Train and Public Transportation Agency, explained that the total route is 42 kilometers. This includes 18 kilometers of existing track from Buenavista to Lechería, and then a 23-kilometer detour to the airport terminal. Lajous mentioned that the estimated daily passenger demand is 57,000, although the system's capacity reaches over 80,000. By connecting Mexico City with the State of Mexico, the line offers connections to the Metro, Metrobús, and Ecobici, as well as to the Mexibús and local public transportation in the State of Mexico. The system includes 10 trains, each 100 meters long and with a capacity of 719 passengers. Six new stations The project includes two terminals and 10 stations along the entire route. However, in the section where the detour occurs, there is one terminal and six new stations: Cueyamil La Loma Teyahualco Pardo Sur, Cajiga Xaltocan AIFA-Clara Kraus The track is designed to complete the journey in 43 minutes, with an average speed of 65 kilometers per hour and a maximum speed of 130 kilometers per hour. Also read: "Mission accomplished, people of Mexico!"; Sheinbaum celebrates "top-quality infrastructure…"

Between 75 and 80 percent of individuals undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery suffer from body dysmorphic disorder, while depression is associated with 12 to 46 percent of cases. Furthermore, personality disorders such as avoidant (26.9%), obsessive-compulsive (16.8%), borderline (11.8%), paranoid (10.9%), and dependent (5%) are also observed, according to Professor Mariblanca Ramos Rocha of the Faculty of Medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). "From 75 to 80 percent of those undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery experience body dysmorphic disorder, which is a preoccupation with perceived physical flaws that others might consider insignificant," the specialist emphasized, also highlighting the link between these conditions and depression and other personality disorders. The expert explained that factors such as wrinkles, acne, scars, or excessive hair can influence the decision to undergo cosmetic procedures, within a context where the concept of beauty is increasingly aligned with social and cultural norms. Also read: Following an attack in Teotihuacán, the Church calls for public policies that protect emotional well-being; urges prevention of violence. She pointed out that from the initial medical consultation, it is crucial to understand the patient's motivations, whether physical or psychological, even those stemming from the influence of social media, in order to determine if the procedure can contribute to alleviating emotional distress. Ramos Rocha also stated...

This Monday, the Attorney General of the Republic, Ernestina Godoy Ramos, will attend the Senate of the Republic to hold a working meeting with the Justice Committee, in order to present the Strategic Plan for the Administration of Justice for 2026-2030. The committee will review and endorse the plan, and it is expected to be discussed and approved in the plenary session of the Senate on Tuesday, April 28th, as highlighted by the President of the Senate, Laura Itzel Castillo Juárez. On the same day, the Senate will receive the Governor of the Bank of Mexico, Victoria Rodríguez Ceja, who will attend a meeting with the Finance and Public Credit Committee to present her Annual Report on the Fulfillment of her Mandate. Also read: PAN party stands in solidarity with Maru Campos following the deaths of CIA agents in Chihuahua; condemns "political attacks against her." Castillo Juárez recalled that last week, the invitation was approved for the Governor of Chihuahua, Maru Campos, and the Attorney General of the state, César Jáuregui, to attend the Senate for a working meeting with the committees on Constitutional Matters and Public Security, in order to explain the presence of agents from the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in Mexican territory. The President of the Board of Directors emphasized that the senators will be following the progress of the constitutional reform regarding femicide, which requires a two-thirds majority, specifically 17 votes…

"Mission accomplished, people of Mexico!" declared President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo at the inauguration of the "Felipe Ángeles" train line, connecting Buenavista to the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA). Highlighting the improvement in mobility that this project brings, Sheinbaum Pardo requested that the AIFA station be named "Clara Kraus," in recognition of the wife of General Felipe Ángeles, whom she described as "an extraordinary woman." "Governing for the people also means building top-quality infrastructure, it means building innovative infrastructure, trains, airports, operating airlines; it means that the people of Mexico have access to clean water; that also means governing for the people of Mexico. So today, we tell the people of Mexico: we govern for the people. Mission accomplished, people of Mexico! We tell everyone that honesty and love for the people always yield results," she said. Also read: Hurricane season 2026 in Mexico; when does it start and what will the names of the storms be? "The Suburban Train is now a train for the people of Mexico." Accompanied by members of her cabinet, her husband, Jesús María Tarriba, the Head of Government of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, the Governor of the State of Mexico, Delfina Gómez, and the Governor of Hidalgo, Julio Menchaca, the President recognized the military engineers and construction workers for this project, which she acknowledged...

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The PAN party congressman, César Israel Damián Retes, proposed amending the Federal Labor Law to extend paid maternity leave to fifty-two weeks after childbirth. Of these weeks, six could be taken before the date of delivery, with the aim of strengthening the protection of working mothers and ensuring better health and care conditions during the first year of life for children. The initiative, which includes a draft decree to reform and add various provisions to Article 170 of the law (and which will be analyzed and voted on by the Committee on Labor and Social Security), stipulates that the leave can be extended if the child is born with any type of disability or requires hospital medical care. The proposal, signed by congresswomen and congressmen from his parliamentary group, also stipulates that, in the case of adoption, working mothers can take a paid leave of fifty-two weeks, starting from the day they receive the child. Also, the proposal states that, after the initial period of 52 weeks, the working mother is entitled to an additional unpaid leave of up to twenty-six weeks for childcare, while retaining the right to return to her job.

Acaxochitlán, Hidalgo - Following the entry of two U.S. CIA agents into Mexico, who subsequently died after participating in an operation in Chihuahua, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo stated that, despite the efforts of some to impose intervention, the nation will defend itself. During a ceremony launching the "Programs and Infrastructure for Well-being" in Acaxochitlán, Hidalgo, the president emphasized that "we must never compromise our sovereignty." "(...) Of course, we collaborate, we coordinate, and we do it well because we are respectful, but we must never subordinate ourselves, and we must never put our sovereignty at risk. The sovereignty has cost the people of Mexico dearly (...)." Also read: Sheinbaum says she will provide information on Monday regarding the entry of CIA agents into Mexico; visits Hidalgo. "It must be clear to all Mexicans: No matter how much some want to impose intervention, Mexicans know that Mexico is a free, independent, and sovereign country, and the nation will defend itself," she declared. She added that Mexico is always ready to defend its flag. Sheinbaum once again pointed to the neoliberal period and former presidents of Mexico, up to Enrique Peña Nieto, and highlighted the figure of former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador. "What a source of pride!" she responded to those who say she resembles López Obrador. Also read: Montiel highlights support for those affected by the rains in Hidalgo; investment totals 7 million...

The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, commented on the security incident that occurred during a dinner for White House correspondents, during which President Donald Trump was evacuated. Also read: Sheinbaum says she will provide information on Monday regarding the entry of CIA agents into Mexico; she visits Hidalgo. Also read: COP4 agrees on a mechanism to protect environmental defenders; Mexico presents progress on the national implementation plan. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. dft

This Saturday, April 25th, marked the beginning of the 2026 National Vaccination Week, with the aim of ensuring the free administration of all vaccines included in the national immunization schedule and to prevent diseases such as hepatitis B, measles, rubella, whooping cough, tetanus, influenza, COVID-19, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), among others. This initiative will take place from April 25th to May 2nd in medical facilities throughout the country, with the goal of strengthening vaccination coverage and protecting the population against preventable diseases. The Ministry of Health stated that the target is to administer 1.7 million doses, and no prior registration is required. Furthermore, the initiative aims to strengthen the Universal Vaccination Program by completing incomplete vaccination schedules and increasing coverage, particularly among girls, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant women, seniors, and vulnerable groups. Also read: Mexico is in a position to approve Samara Martínez's "Ley Trasciende" (Transcending Law); over 70% in Mexico would likely agree: senator. Authorities indicated that the 2026 National Vaccination Week is a strategic action to recover vaccination rates, address gaps that have emerged after recent challenges, and move towards a more equitable, preventative, and people-centered healthcare system. The following vaccines will be administered during the week: * BCG and Hepatitis B for newborns * Acellular hexavalent vaccine, conjugated pneumococcal vaccine, rotavirus vaccine, for young children…

The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, invited citizens to the National Baseball and Softball Day next Sunday, May 3rd, which will be held simultaneously throughout the country. Alongside the Governor of Hidalgo, Julio Menchaca, and former soccer player Óscar "El Conejo" Pérez, director of sports in that state, the federal leader commented that the goal is for sports to "be a part of our lives" and recognized this former soccer player. Rommel Pacheco, director of the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sport (CONADE), highlighted the importance of both social and high-performance sports. Also read: Sheinbaum guarantees reconstruction in Hidalgo after October rains; "everything will be addressed," she states. As part of the promotion of physical activity, healthy coexistence, and strengthening of social bonds, the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sport is organizing the "Diamonds of Peace" National Baseball and Softball Day, "a strategy that seeks to bring sports practice closer to the population and promote active and healthy community environments." "This initiative aims to encourage physical activity nationwide, as well as promote the learning of basic fundamentals of baseball and softball, sports that are part of the country's sporting identity. "Through this event, we seek to strengthen values such as teamwork, respect, inclusion, and family togetherness, by inviting girls, boys..."

Activists, experts, and senators asserted that the conditions exist in Mexico to approve the "Ley Trasciende" bill, with the intention of guaranteeing the fulfillment of all human rights, including the right to a dignified death. During the open discussion: "Ley Trasciende: The Path Towards the Right to a Dignified Death," Samara Martínez, an activist, patient, and advocate for the bill, emphasized that the struggle did not originate in a legislative chamber, but rather in the most humane hands, in indignation, in empathy, and in the deepest sense of justice that we deserve. "Today, we have the opportunity and obligation to listen, to be challenged, to question what we have normalized, and above all, to act in the face of human suffering," she stated. Also read: "Ley Trasciende" reaches the Senate and sparks debate; this is what the initiative proposes to legalize euthanasia. Emmanuel Reyes Carmona, a senator from Morena, expressed confidence in the approval of the "Ley Trasciende" and said that it represents a historic opportunity to advance the legislative proposal, where most parliamentary groups in the Senate of the Republic are united in a common agenda and objective. He reaffirmed his commitment to promoting this legislation proposed by the activist; furthermore, he stated that the agenda must include regulations. In addition, he noted that, although a technical opinion is pending from the Ministry of Health, it is possible to...

Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo.- Six months after the damage caused by the rains and landslides in Hidalgo, the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, assured that "everything will be rebuilt." During a visit to provide assistance to people affected by the heavy rains in Hidalgo last October, the federal leader addressed their concerns, which included a lack of medication. "We have not forgotten, and we will rebuild all the roads, all the bridges that were affected, and there is still one school, all the schools that were damaged. Everything will be rebuilt in Tenango de Doria and in all the municipalities that were affected by the rains. We are going to start, and in some places, we have already begun." Also read: Residents of Hidalgo request help from President Claudia Sheinbaum; they are asking for the reconstruction of roads and highways. "But all the roads will be rehabilitated. This is a very important investment, but it reflects something that is very important to us: we never abandon those who are vulnerable and in need. Previous governments were not like this," she commented. During the assembly, she addressed various complaints regarding the lack of medication in hospitals and clinics in the state, and she committed to visiting a health center on the same day to verify the distribution of medication. In addition, people complained about the lack of support for the roads that were damaged after the rains. Sheinbaum then took the microphone...

With the program "It's Never Too Late to Return to Your Technological University," the National Technological Institute of Mexico (TecNM) is encouraging students who interrupted their professional training to return to the classroom, using a strategy that combines academic support, personalized guidance, and financial assistance. The head of the Ministry of Public Education, Mario Delgado, highlighted that this initiative is already showing concrete results: at the Iztapalapa 1 campus, in just one month, 32 young people initiated the process to resume their university studies, after responding to a direct call sent to those who had abandoned their programs. The official explained that the program began on January 9th with the sending of emails to former students, followed by a close process that even included home visits to understand their situation and design reintegration pathways tailored to their needs. Also read: National University Championships 2026 Kick Off; event brings together over 8,000 athletes from across the country. He added that this strategy strengthens the social mission of the TecNM, by prioritizing student retention through a comprehensive model that integrates academic support, community engagement, and financial assistance for young people. For his part, the general director of the TecNM, Ramón Jiménez López, emphasized that the goal is to ensure that no student fails to complete their degree, regardless of their age or circumstances…

The president of the Coordination Committee of the Senate of the Republic, Ignacio Mier Velazco, stated that in Mexico, the law does not allow for creative interpretations when it comes to national sovereignty and respect for the constitutional and legal framework. He emphasized that the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States is clear in establishing that foreign policy and national security are exclusive powers of the Mexican state, carried out by the Federal Executive Branch, and precisely regulated by the National Security Law. Regarding the publicly known events related to a security operation carried out in the state of Chihuahua, in which the alleged presence and participation of foreign agents on national territory has been reported, he stated that this is not a matter of perception, but of legality. Also read: Alito Moreno expresses solidarity with Maru Campos; accuses Morena of an attack. In this regard, he indicated that it is essential to clarify whether the Federal Government authorized the operation, what the scope of the foreign agents' participation was, and under whose command they operated, among other fundamental aspects. Therefore, he explained that the Senate of the Republic, exercising the explicit and implicit constitutional powers granted to it by Article 76 of the Constitution, will intervene by inviting the Governor of Chihuahua, María Eugenia Campos Galván, with the purpose of verifying, through the corresponding documentation...

Tenango de Doria, Hidalgo.- President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced that on Monday, April 27th, during her daily morning press conference, she will provide information regarding the entry of U.S. agents who participated in an operation in Chihuahua. This announcement follows a report from the National Security Council, made a week after the deaths of the two CIA agents, stating that none of them had permission to participate in operational activities within Mexican territory. "How did the CIA agents manage to enter Mexico?" she was asked upon arriving in Tenango de Doria to oversee assistance for people affected by severe rainfall in Hidalgo since last October. Also read: Maru Campos announces the creation of a unit to investigate the case of the CIA agents; rules out making statements during the process. "On Monday," she simply stated, referring to the date she would provide more information. In a press release issued this Saturday, the National Security Council stated that one of the Americans entered the country as a visitor, without permission to engage in paid activities, and the other with a diplomatic passport, according to available immigration records. "None of them had formal accreditation to participate in operational activities within Mexican territory," the statement affirmed. Also read: The Los Angeles Times reports that the CIA has participated in three operations in Mexico; reports indicate there were four agents, not two, in Chihuahua. The National Security Council assured that the corresponding reviews are being conducted…

After 15 years without a conviction, a federal judge ordered that Infantry Sub-Lieutenant Jorge Alberto Tadeo Hernández be transferred to the Military Base 1-A to serve his criminal trial for homicide and torture against a member of the Los Zetas cartel, which occurred in 2011. José Reynoso Castillo, a judge at the Fourth District Court for Criminal Matters in the state of Nuevo León, authorized the officer's release from the military prison because, to date, his responsibility in the case has not been proven. The case occurred during operations against drug trafficking during the presidency of Felipe Calderón Hinojosa. However, he must remain within the facilities of Military Base 1-A, belonging to the Secretariat of National Defense (SEDENA), located in Mexico City, from where he requests to be integrated into administrative and office tasks, but his requests have been ignored by the military authorities. Also read: Rear Admiral Fernando Farías requests asylum in Argentina due to fear for his life. In an interview with EL UNIVERSAL, Tadeo Hernández states that he was released from the military prison, but he considers himself a prisoner again because he is unable to leave the facilities of Military Base 1-A, "General Álvaro Obregón," in the Miguel Hidalgo district. "The Fourth District Court granted me a special precautionary measure, but I have not yet been integrated into administrative activities, and I remain in military prison, but in its outdoor area," he says. For months, he claims, he has been...

Palestinians on Saturday buried a woman pregnant with twins and two of her children who were among at least 13 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza. The toll on Friday included two men who were killed in Gaza City, and eight others killed in the southern city of Khan Younis, according to local hospitals. Officials at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis said the eight people, including four police officers, were killed after Israel targeted a police vehicle. While the heaviest fighting has mostly...

Regarding the case of the two CIA agents who participated in an operation in Chihuahua and subsequently lost their lives in an accident, the National Security Council reported that, according to immigration records, neither had formal authorization to participate in operational activities within the country. In a statement, federal authorities detailed that one of the U.S. personnel entered Mexican territory as a visitor, and therefore did not have permission to engage in paid activities. The second deceased individual entered Mexico with a diplomatic passport. The statement added that the institutions that comprise the National Security Council and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) were not aware that foreign agents were operating, or that they were going to physically participate in any operational activity within the country. Therefore, they are reviewing the case with local authorities and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico. Six days later, the Mexican National Security Council expressed its "deepest sorrow" for the deaths of the four people – two state officials and two U.S. agents – who died in the accident that occurred in Chihuahua on April 19th, and offered its condolences and solidarity to their families. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day and opinion pieces, all from your mobile device…

Following an incident where a group of journalists were physically and verbally assaulted, and threatened outside the National Palace while they were reporting on Corregidora Street, authorities in Mexico City pledged to "enforce the law." Adolfo Llubere Sevilla, Deputy Secretary of Municipal Programs and Public Space Management, stated that a woman identified as "Jobita" is in charge of this public space, and that there have been "constant clashes" and acts of aggression by her associates. "They have just been allocated 44 commercial spaces, so they represent the resistance that some businesses are still showing to relocation. Therefore, we will have to enforce the law," he said. Also read: Harfuch meets with Julián Lebarón; "I trust his word and that it will translate into concrete actions," he asserted. Reports covering the activities of the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, were physically attacked by merchants who are set up on Corregidora Street, in the Historic Center of Mexico City. The journalists covering the arrivals of officials and guests at the National Palace were also threatened while carrying out their journalistic work, and were subjected to shouts and obscene gestures. The merchants threw the barriers that protect the space designated for media representatives in front of this historic building, injuring one journalist. Also read: Sheinbaum oversees work on the T…

Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna admitted before an Argentine judge that he is the person being sought by the Mexican government in connection with the fuel theft scheme involving maritime customs. For approximately an hour, the nephew-in-law of the former Secretary of the Navy during the administration of Andrés Manuel López Obrador, José Rafael Ojeda Durán, appeared before Julián Ercolini, the presiding judge of the National Criminal Court and Correctional Court Federal No. 12, who adjourned the hearing that began at 3:00 PM, local time in the Argentine capital. According to the law firm Mendieta y Asociados, which is representing the naval officer in Mexico, during the hearing, the judge verified Farías Laguna's identity, and he acknowledged that he was the person being sought by Interpol and the Attorney General's Office of Mexico. Read also Subsequently, according to information provided by the law firm Mendieta y Asociados, Judge Julián Ercolini informed Rear Admiral Farías Laguna that he is listed on the Interpol Red Notice and that the Mexican government has requested his extradition due to his alleged involvement in organized crime with the intent to commit crimes related to hydrocarbons. In his turn, Farías Laguna requested asylum, stating that he fears for his life if he is transferred to Mexico, where he believes there are no guarantees of a fair trial. According to the law firm consulted, the Argentine judge informed Rear Admiral Farías Laguna that…

The Mexican government announced that Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) has established a collaboration with Petróleo Brasileiro (Petrobras), a Brazilian company, for the exploration, production, and processing of oil and biodiesel. On social media, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo detailed that she met with executives from the South American company, led by its president, Magda Chambriard, with the aim of establishing mechanisms for joint cooperation with Pemex. Also read: PVEM in the Senate requests that Alicia Bárcena appear to address the oil spill; seeks transparency in environmental impact. "I met with executives from Petrobras, led by its president, Magda Chambriard, to establish a collaboration with Pemex in the exploration, production, and processing of oil, as well as in the production of biodiesel," she wrote. This agreement follows a conversation that Sheinbaum had weeks ago with the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who subsequently confirmed his government's interest in promoting energy cooperation with Mexico. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion articles, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. dft/bmc

Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna, allegedly the leader of a fuel theft network operating within the country's maritime customs offices, is currently appearing before a federal judge after being arrested yesterday in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The relative of the former Secretary of the Navy during the López Obrador administration, José Rafael Ojeda Durán, was presented before Judge Julián Ercolini, of the National Criminal and Correctional Court No. 12, who will handle his case. According to his lawyer, Epigmenio Mendieta, Farías Laguna will refuse extradition to Mexico to face charges of organized crime related to fuel theft, as alleged by the Attorney General's Office (FGR). Read also: Fernando Farías reported a fuel theft network, and that is why he is being pointed to as the leader, according to his lawyer. The lawyer stated that his client will request political asylum from the authorities of that South American country, because his life is at risk if he is transferred to Mexico, as he is allegedly being linked to a criminal organization, when, he claims, he was the one who reported the fuel theft network during the presidency of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. However, he noted that before the asylum request is resolved, Farías Laguna will have to face charges for entering Argentina with false documents. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Find out the latest news from your mobile device…

Believing that "we are not important" is the first mistake that opens the door to cybercrime, warned Lázaro Bustio, a professor at the Department of Engineering Studies for Innovation at the Iberoamericana University. In a context where the digital environment is now more important than the physical one, ignoring its risks puts the population at a clear disadvantage. In an environment where technology advances faster than people's ability to understand it, digital security has become a social imperative. While millions of users navigate the internet without sufficient preparation, cybercriminals are constantly professionalizing and refining their attacks. "The problem is that we don't think about security all the time, but for attackers, that is their way of life. They research, test, and constantly refine their attacks," explained the specialist, emphasizing the disadvantage faced by users. Also read: "The law is for everyone," says the Navy after the arrest of Rear Admiral Fernando Farías, linked to fuel theft. This asymmetry not only increases individual vulnerability, but also opens the door to collective impacts, where a single person can become the weakest link in an entire network, institution, or community. One of the main risks, warned Bustio, is the false sense of security. Thinking that "it won't happen to me" is, in reality, the first…

Within the "fiscal fuel theft" network operated by the Mexican Navy during the presidency of Andrés Manuel López Obrador, a key figure remains at large: Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz, a retired corvette captain. "Captain Sol," as he is known, is considered the main operator of the fiscal fuel theft network at the customs offices of Altamira, Tampico, and Guaymas, and also a liaison with the brothers Manuel Roberto and Fernando Farías Laguna, political relatives of the former Secretary of the Navy, José Rafael Ojeda Durán, who are accused of organized crime with the aim of committing crimes related to hydrocarbons. In the investigation conducted by the Attorney General's Office (FGR) into this case, a protected witness identified as "Santo" testified that Solano Ruiz's role was to recruit retired and active Navy personnel, as well as civilians, to participate in fuel theft and drug trafficking activities. The witness also implied that Solano Ruiz is responsible for the death of Rear Admiral Fernando Rubén Guerrero Alcántar. Also read: Fernando Farías reported a fuel theft network, and that is why he is being pointed to as the leader, according to his lawyer. Furthermore, he allegedly served as a liaison between the heads of the maritime customs offices and was responsible for arranging the transfers of individuals involved in the corruption network, with the approval of the Farías Laguna brothers. "Captain Sol is the king of fentanyl, working with his associate Iván Merino, and together with a woman they call 'La China,' they facilitate the trafficking of other substances, because..."

The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, announced that her government is considering implementing a single mobility card for public transportation that connects Mexico City with the State of Mexico, with the aim of standardizing payment systems in the metropolitan area of the Valley of Mexico. During her press conference, the President explained that this model is already being used in projects such as the "Tren Insurgente" (Insurgente Train) and is also being considered for the "Tren Felipe Ángeles" (Felipe Ángeles Train), which will be inaugurated this Sunday. Sheinbaum Pardo stated that the goal is to have a single card for all transportation systems, although she acknowledged that it will be necessary to coordinate with the government of the State of Mexico to achieve this standardization, as it currently has its own system. Also read: Transgender collective blocks Calzada Ermita Iztapalapa to demand support for transportation; they emphasize the need to improve mobility conditions. "It will take a few months to equalize and standardize it, but it will be done," she affirmed, highlighting that this measure also aims to make transportation more accessible and eliminate requirements such as minimum balances. The President emphasized that this strategy is part of the process of modernizing and simplifying public transportation in the metropolitan area, with the aim of offering a more integrated service to users. As part of the modernization in Mexico City, the Integrated Mobility Card is also being developed for mobile devices...

Journalists covering the activities of President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo were physically assaulted by vendors who set up stalls on Corregidora Street, in the historic center of Mexico City. The reporters, who were covering the arrivals of officials and guests at the National Palace, were also threatened and shouted at while carrying out their journalistic work. The vendors threw the metal barriers that protect the area designated for media representatives in front of the historic building. Also read: Sheinbaum meets with Major League representatives; aims to strengthen baseball's presence in Mexico. "Do you want me to kill you!" one of the vendors said to a journalist who was waiting for the departure of the CEO of Petrobras, Magda Chambriard. Although security personnel at the site witnessed the assault, they did not intervene. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on Whatsapp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. nro/apr

The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, is meeting with representatives from Major League Baseball (MLB) to strengthen the presence of baseball in Mexico and Latin America. It is worth noting that Mexico City will host the City Series in 2026, which will feature the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Diego Padres on April 25th and 26th at the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium. This event solidifies the capital city as a strategic venue for regular season games outside of the United States. Upon their arrival, members of MLB were wearing a baseball jersey with the number 26 and the name "Sheinbaum," a symbolic gesture of recognition for the President and for the collaboration with her administration in promoting baseball. Also read: "The law applies to everyone," says the Navy after the arrest of Rear Admiral Fernando Farías, linked to fuel theft. It is worth remembering that, during her tenure as Head of Government of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum promoted the presence of MLB in Mexico. In 2023, MLB returned to the capital city with two official regular season games, played by the San Francisco Giants and the San Diego Padres at the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. nro/apr

Epigmenio Mendieta, the lawyer for Fernando Farías Laguna, who was arrested in Argentina yesterday as a suspected leader of a fuel theft operation, stated that the rear admiral of the Navy was the one who reported the fuel theft network operating in various customs offices in the country. Therefore, he claims, "he properly fulfilled his obligation." In an interview with Ciro Gómez Leyva for Radio Fórmula, the lawyer detailed that Fernando Farías was identified as the leader of the criminal organization after reporting these events, although he asserted that the rear admiral was in Spain at the time as a naval attaché, and therefore is not responsible. He added that Fernando Farías learned about the fuel theft network after receiving detailed information from Rear Admiral Fernando Rubén Guerrero Alcántar, who was murdered on November 8, 2024, while driving his truck in the Las Brisas residential area of Manzanillo, Colima. Regarding this homicide, Farías Laguna's lawyer said that he was not protected and no security was provided to him, despite providing detailed information about the crimes. Also read: Fernando Farías Laguna, profile of a high-ranking Navy officer... and an uncomfortable relative; his brother remains in the Altiplano prison. "What really happened is that he (Fernando Farías) was the one who reported the fuel theft network. He learned about it from the information provided by Rear Admiral Guerrero regarding how they were financially benefiting..."

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced that she sent a letter to the governors and state governors outlining how collaboration with foreign agencies should be conducted, following an incident in Chihuahua where two CIA agents died in an accident after an operation. During her morning press conference on Friday, April 24th, at the National Palace, Sheinbaum Pardo emphasized that they must comply with the law "without exception." "We will not read the letter here; it is being sent to the states, and it has not yet arrived. It is currently being sent to the states, and essentially, it states: 'If you want to collaborate with any agency in the United States or another country on security matters, it is important to follow what is stipulated in the Constitution and the National Security Law; that is essentially what it says,'" she explained. Also read: Sheinbaum: Maru Campos is responsible for providing information about U.S. agents in Chihuahua; Harfuch informed her of the laws to follow, according to reports. The federal leader mentioned that for any collaboration, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must be informed, or contact should be made with the Security Cabinet to obtain more information. "They must comply with the law, without exception, because sovereignty is not negotiable; that is our principle, and I am sure that the people of Mexico support that," she said. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news from your mobile device...

President Claudia Sheinbaum was questioned about whether Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón remains the head of the Ministry of Economy, as the Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Secretariat is investigating him because he allowed his son to stay at the Mexican embassy in the United Kingdom for six months. "Yes, Marcelo is doing an excellent job leading the Ministry of Economy with his team, a tireless effort," the president said during her morning press conference on Friday, April 24th. By stating that the head of the Economy Ministry is "doing an excellent job" despite the scandal, the head of the executive branch assured that this is a crucial moment in the relationship between the United States and Mexico, as well as in the negotiations for the trade agreement and with the Department of Commerce. She reported that she meets with the former foreign minister every week to work on the country's economic development. Also read: Ebrard is being investigated for his son's stay at the embassy. "There is a very intense effort to gather information, and now, as part of the formal review. But he is addressing all the issues, the impacts that some tariffs have had on various sectors, and he has an investment portfolio with his team. He brings together the entire government at a working table to review permits, to see if a project is viable or not, and how long it will take to obtain the necessary permits," she said. On April 16th, the Secretary of Economy admitted that his son, Marcelo Pa...

Following the admission made on April 16th by the Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon, that his son, Marcelo Patrick Ebrard Ramos, stayed for six months at the Mexican Embassy in the United Kingdom, President Claudia Sheinbaum announced yesterday that an investigation has been opened by the Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Secretariat regarding this matter. During her morning press conference, Sheinbaum Pardo stated that requests and complaints had been filed with the Anti-Corruption Secretariat, which automatically triggers the opening of an investigation to determine if any legal or jurisdictional violations occurred. "It wasn't the secretariat itself that initiated the investigation, but there were requests for one to be opened, and according to the law, it must be opened automatically. What they need to review is whether any regulations were violated in this regard," said the federal President. Also read: Sheinbaum: An investigation must be automatically opened regarding Ebrard's son's stay at the UK embassy; regulations will be reviewed. International relations experts and former ambassadors agreed that there was an abuse of power, influence peddling, a conflict of interest, and misappropriation of funds committed by the then-Foreign Secretary during the administration of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, and his resignation should be considered. They told EL UNIVERSAL that this conduct by the former Foreign Secretary damages Mexico's credibility in terms of moral authority in relation to other international actors, and sends a message to…

The United Nations heavily relies on China for its environmental protection efforts, including its significant funding for biodiversity conservation in the Global South, the organization's environment chief said on Thursday. Speaking on the sidelines of the Regional Ecological Summit in Kazakhstan, Inger Andersen, executive director of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), said that "China has always been an active player in multilateralism." Andersen stated that within UNEP, they "very much rely on..."

Following the arrest in Argentina of former Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna, of the Secretariat of the Navy, who is alleged to be the leader of a fuel theft network, along with his brother and other officials, EL UNIVERSAL provides a list of former officials who have been arrested abroad. The list includes: Fernando Farías Laguna Hernán Bermúdez Requena Javier Duarte Tomás Yarrintong Salvador Cienfuegos And Tomás Zerón de Lucio, who is seeking refuge in Israel. Also read: The Fernando Farías Case: The trail of a ship that uncovered an inter-institutional and familial fuel theft network; here's what we know. Fernando Farías Laguna in Argentina The Security Cabinet confirmed that Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna was arrested in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is accused of organized crime with the intent to commit crimes related to hydrocarbons and of being part of a corruption network linked to fuel theft. His brother, Manuel Roberto, is also implicated in the case and has been detained at the Altiplano maximum security prison since September 2, 2025. According to Alejandra Monteoliva, the Minister of Security of that country, Farías Laguna entered the country on April 1st with false documentation under the name of Luis Lemus Ramos, born in October 1980, a citizen of Guatemala. At least since 2023, alongside public officials, private companies, and members of the armed forces, he has been illegally importing fuel from the United States into Mexico by declaring it as…

During the presentation of the book "The Mexican Business Council: Origins and Consolidation," written by Dr. Marcela Briz Garizurieta, a specialist in political science, experts highlighted the importance of this work in understanding the role played by one of the most influential business organizations in Mexico. The author explained that the book originated more than 20 years ago, when she conducted academic research focused on what was then called the Mexican Council of Businessmen. The first edition, originally published by the Autonomous University of Mexico, quickly sold out, and recently, the Fondo de Cultura Económica (Economic Culture Fund) promoted a reprint accompanied by an addendum that updates the group's history. Also read: Book Day 2026: Why are a book and a rose given away TODAY, April 23rd? Learn the reason. Briz Garizurieta detailed that the research reconstructs the context in which the organization emerged in 1962, as well as the economic and political factors that motivated a group of entrepreneurs to organize at a crucial point in the country's history. The book also addresses its process of consolidation and its ability to engage in dialogue with federal governments. Carlos Alba Vega, one of the presenters of the conference, emphasized during the book discussion that the work allows for a first, in-depth understanding of the origins, operations, and members of an organization that, for years…

Following the arrest of Fernando Farías Laguna, accused of fuel theft, the president of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), Alejandro Moreno Cárdenas, warned that all possible consequences must be pursued and demanded a thorough investigation of everyone involved, including former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. In a statement, the PRI leader indicated that Farías Laguna's arrest in Argentina is an important step for Mexico and acknowledged the effective coordination of the Ministry of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), as well as the commitment of the armed forces and federal agencies to achieve this result. Also read: This is how Fernando Farías Laguna hid in Argentina; he used a Guatemalan identity and lived in a temporary apartment. Moreno Cárdenas demanded that there be no impunity for those who participated in this network of hydrocarbon smuggling or for those who allowed it to happen. He urged a thorough investigation of everyone involved, including López Obrador and his associates, because he said that Mexico deserves complete justice, without cover-ups or secret deals. In this regard, he stated that "from the PRI, we will support what works and demand a solid and permanent strategy to eliminate the criminal organizations and restore peace to Mexican families." Also read: Luis Lemus Ramos, the alias that Fernando Farías used to hide in Argentina; he traveled from...

Fernando Farías Laguna, the rear admiral of the Navy accused of leading a fuel smuggling network at maritime customs, along with his brother, Roberto Manuel, had been residing in Argentina for more than two weeks. According to Alejandra Monteoliva, the Minister of National Security of that South American country, the nephew of the former Secretary of the Navy, Admiral José Rafael Ojeda Durán, entered Argentine territory with a fake Guatemalan passport, under the name Luis Lemus Ramos, with a birth date of October 1980. The official reported that the naval officer arrived in the Republic of Argentina from Colombia and subsequently stayed in the Palermo neighborhood. Also read: Rear Admiral Fernando Farías arrested in Argentina, accused of fuel smuggling; extradition proceedings initiated. "He is accused of organized crime, corruption, fuel theft, and attempted homicide of Mexican officials. Farías Laguna is a key figure in the criminal organization that trafficked fuel from the United States to Mexico, disguising it as oils and additives. We, the Argentine Federal Police, were searching for him, we found him, we arrested him, and he will soon be extradited. Argentina is not a refuge for criminals. Those who commit crimes will pay the price," Monteoliva stated. Extradition or deportation of Fernando Farías is being prepared. It is expected that in the coming hours, Fernando Farías will be presented before a judge in that country who will inform him that he is wanted by the court of D…

In response to recent protests by students at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN), its general director, Arturo Reyes Sandoval, assured that the institution remains fully open to dialogue and is awaiting the students to formally present their demands so that they can be addressed. "We are open to dialogue; as soon as they submit their list of demands, we are ready to inform the community and address any concerns," stated the director of the IPN in an interview, referring to the student protests announced in recent days. The director acknowledged that among the main demands are requests for audits. However, he emphasized that the Institute is already subject to constant reviews, with more than 270 to 300 audits annually, which, he said, is part of a permanent institutional practice. Also read: VIDEO: IPN students break into the facilities of Canal Once; they demand the resignation of director Arturo Reyes. Reyes Sandoval insisted that one of the key elements for addressing the concerns is to strengthen communication with the Polytechnic community, in order to clarify doubts and increase transparency in administrative and financial processes. He also indicated that, so far, they have not received any formal list of demands from the protesting students, although he expressed confidence that this will happen soon so that working groups can be formed. "We have not yet received any list of demands..."

Esteban Moctezuma, the Mexican ambassador to the United States, stated that he was not surprised by President Claudia Sheinbaum's announcement regarding a potential change in the embassy, as he had previously discussed the matter with the president. He indicated that he will continue in his position until the established timeframe is fulfilled. "It is very clear to me that stages come to an end, but the legacy remains," he expressed in a video posted on his social media. Also read: Sheinbaum: An investigation will automatically be opened regarding the stay of Ebrard's son at the British Embassy; regulations will be reviewed. He highlighted that one of the most impactful aspects of his work has been supporting the migrant community in detention centers and prisons, as well as ensuring that they receive close and supportive care. "Continuing to serve 🇲🇽 #Mexico is my future," he wrote. He expressed that he particularly values having led a transitional administration, coinciding with a president and a female president of Mexico, as well as with two presidents of the United States. The ambassador emphasized that Mexico never forgets or abandons its migrant population. "Until the very last day, I will deliver results; serving my country is, without a doubt, what I see in my future." Join our channel EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day from your mobile device.

Following a visit to our country from April 19th to 22nd, the Mexican government stated that the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, agreed to strengthen cooperation on the issue of missing persons. In a joint statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) and the Ministry of the Interior (Segob) affirmed that Türk stated that his visit was "very fruitful" and that he acknowledged "several good practices," including the constitutional reform that recognizes indigenous peoples as subjects of public law; the establishment of LIBRE centers to promote women's rights at the local level; and public consultations on environmental rights issues. The ministries indicated that the High Commissioner learned firsthand about the achievements and challenges that the country faces in the area of human rights. Also read: Sheinbaum meets with UN High Commissioner Volker Türk; they agree on avenues for collaboration. "Regarding disappearances, in line with the openness and ongoing dialogue that Mexico maintains with human rights organizations, it was agreed to strengthen cooperation with the Office of the High Commissioner in the prevention and combating of this phenomenon. "The Mexican government reiterated that it recognizes the challenges involved in this crime, reaffirmed its full commitment to addressing it, and expressed its willingness to continue strengthening international cooperation..."

Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco Álvarez held a telephone conversation with António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), during which they discussed strengthening international organizations. During the call, Velasco Álvarez emphasized Mexico's commitment and willingness to continue actively contributing to international organizations on issues related to peace and security, human rights, and sustainable development, among others. Furthermore, he reaffirmed that Mexico will continue to actively contribute proposals that strengthen the work, structure, and functioning of the United Nations system. Also read: Sheinbaum meets with UN High Commissioner Volker Türk; they agree on avenues for collaboration. In this regard, Guterres highlighted that Mexico is a fundamental pillar of multilateralism. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion pieces, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device. bmc

The PAN parliamentary group in the Chamber of Deputies described the meeting between the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, as "positive." In a statement, federal deputies considered that this "reveals the first step taken by the Mexican State in acknowledging the crisis of enforced disappearances." Ernesto Sánchez Rodríguez recalled that the United Nations has identified Mexico as a dangerous country with a very high rate of enforced disappearances compared to other countries in both Latin America and Europe. Also read: "Any governor should be called to testify on any issue," says Sheinbaum; condemns the PAN's "unpatriotic" stance. "This problem requires an effort that goes beyond politics, but rather involves joint and more solid work between the federal government, prosecutors' offices, collectives of families with missing persons, and international organizations, always placing the victims at the center, guaranteeing strong budgets, and advancing public policies for young people, women, and people in vulnerable situations. Here, we put an end to polarization," she stated. She detailed that, according to the National Registry of Missing and Unlocated Persons (RNPDNO), there are currently more than 132,000 people in this situation throughout the country, "but the Morena government is reluctant to acknowledge this and attributes inconsistencies to the..."

The law firm Mendieta y Asociados, representing Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna, reported that they have not been officially notified of their client's arrest in Argentina. If confirmed, they stated that, as his legal representatives, they are prepared to act immediately regarding the extradition process that will be initiated for the nephew of the former Secretary of the Navy, José Rafael Ojeda Durán, during the term of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. In a statement, the law firm, headed by lawyer Epigmenio Mendieta, who also defended former Secretary of Social Development, Rosario Robles, announced that they will strictly monitor that the human and procedural rights of their client are respected at all times. Also read: Rear Admiral Fernando Farías arrested in Argentina, accused of fuel theft; extradition proceedings begin. The statement indicated that they will ensure that any action taken adheres strictly to the law, both within the country and internationally. "Regarding the information disseminated by federal authorities in the media and on social networks concerning the alleged arrest abroad of Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna, this law firm reports that, to date, neither the defense team nor the family have been officially notified by any authority, nor have we had any communication with our client," the statement said. Join our channel!

Evie Hill rescued an injured axolotl that she found in a river in Wales, an extraordinary event considering that this amphibian is not native to any habitat outside of Mexico.

Following the admission by the Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, that his son lived in the Mexican embassy in the United Kingdom while he was the Foreign Minister, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo stated that an investigation must automatically be initiated. During her morning press conference on Thursday, April 23rd, at the National Palace, Sheinbaum Pardo indicated that "we need to determine if there were any legal or regulatory violations, and in any case, establish guidelines. If those guidelines do not exist, we need to define the characteristics of embassies." "There were requests to the Anti-Corruption and Good Governance Secretariat, complaints, and an investigation must automatically be opened. "It was not the Secretariat itself that initiated the process, but there were requests for an investigation to be opened, and according to the law, it must be opened automatically. What she needs to review is whether any regulations were violated in this regard," said the federal President. Also read: Sheinbaum: There was a "lapse" by the government of Chihuahua regarding the case of U.S. agents. The Secretary of Economy recently acknowledged that his son, Marcelo Patrick Ebrard Ramos, stayed at the Mexican embassy in the United Kingdom for approximately six months, but denied that public funds were used improperly. This followed the publication of the article "The VIP Guests of the London Embassy" by Claudio Ochoa, a columnist for El Universal, which stated that the official's son resided in the building...

President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced that during her meeting this Wednesday with Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, they agreed on avenues for collaboration. In a message on her social media, Sheinbaum Pardo stated that it was "a very good conversation." "Respect and the promotion of human rights in our country is a common goal," she emphasized. Also read: Disappearances, one of the "most serious and painful" challenges: Volker Türk Also present at the meeting were Matthias Behnke, Regional Director for the Americas at the Office of the High Commissioner; Humberto Henderson, Representative in Mexico of the Office of the High Commissioner; and Allegra Baiocchi, Resident Coordinator of the UN in Mexico. Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco, Secretary of the Interior Rosa Icela Rodríguez, and Undersecretary for Human Rights Arturo Medina accompanied the President of the Federal Executive. At approximately 9:32 AM on April 22nd, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights arrived at the National Palace. Upon his arrival at the historic building, Türk was received by Secretary of the Interior Rosa Icela Rodríguez. Shortly after, the Foreign Minister and the Undersecretary for Human Rights arrived. Also read: Search groups deliver a letter to the UN High Commissioner; they call for recognition of the disappearance crisis in Mexico. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on W…

The Senate plenary session held a minute of silence in memory of the two agents from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), as well as the director of the State Investigation Agency (AEI), Pedro Román Oseguera Cervantes, and the agent Manuel Genaro Méndez Montes, who also died in the accident. The agents, two Americans and two Mexicans, died in the early hours of Sunday when the vehicle they were traveling in crashed while returning from an operation led by the Mexican armed forces to dismantle clandestine methamphetamine laboratories in the mountains. Also read: Sheinbaum calls on Chihuahua and the US to explain the operation of agents on Mexican territory; "What happened is not insignificant," she condemns. At the request of senators from the PAN (National Action Party), the minute of silence was requested during the debate in the ordinary session to invite the governor of Chihuahua, Maru Campos, to explain the operation in which CIA agents were involved. Senator Lily Téllez, speaking from the podium, stated that the senators from Morena (the ruling party) "show no compassion for the lives of the officials who died" and asserted that they are very angry about the dismantling of a large laboratory in Chihuahua because the proceeds from the illicit money are used for campaigns. Join our channel! EL UNIVERSAL is now on WhatsApp! Stay informed about the most important news of the day, opinion articles, entertainment, trends, and more, all from your mobile device.

As part of the 24th Vaccination Week in the Americas (SVA) and the 2026 World Immunization Week, the Ministry of Health (SSA) announced the National Vaccination Week 2026, under the slogan "Vaccinating is loving," which will take place from April 25th to May 2nd, 2026, throughout the national territory, as part of the priority actions for the prevention, control, and elimination of diseases. In a statement, the Ministry explained that the intensive campaign aims to strengthen the Universal Vaccination Program by recovering incomplete vaccination schedules and increasing coverage, especially among girls, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant women, the elderly, and vulnerable groups. Also read: PAN rejects attempts to undermine the mayor of León's government; "Candidacies are not imposed," it states. What vaccines will be administered? The Ministry detailed that during this week, the free administration of all vaccines included in the national schedule will be guaranteed, including: - BCG and Hepatitis B for newborns. - Acellular hexavalent, conjugated pneumococcal, and rotavirus vaccines for children under one year old. - Triple viral (measles, rubella, and mumps), acellular hexavalent, conjugated pneumococcal, and hepatitis A vaccines for early childhood. - DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus) as a booster in the pediatric population. - HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine for girls and boys in the 5th grade of primary school and…

The national leadership of the PAN (National Action Party), headed by Jorge Romero Herrera, stated that they acted with a constant willingness to engage in dialogue following the resignation of Alejandra Gutiérrez Campos, the mayor of León, from her membership in the PAN. On Wednesday, she accused the party of attempting to undermine her administration. In a statement, Acción Nacional emphasized that it is absolutely false that there were no channels of communication with the mayor: "The PAN repeatedly, formally, and directly sought to establish working meetings at the municipal, state, and national levels, but these requests were not addressed," the statement said. Therefore, the PAN rejected any attempt to hold the party responsible, after Gutiérrez Campos denounced in a video that the PAN has become an instrument that is harming León, "one of the most important and one of the few remaining administrations of its kind in the country." Also read: Mayor of León resigns from the PAN; she says the party has done everything to try to undermine her administration. "At a time when citizens demand clarity, legality, and consistency, the PAN will not remain silent. The demand for accountability is non-negotiable and must be applied without exceptions," the statement added. According to the party, no personal interests or group pressure will be above the "common good" project that members and citizens have supported. Therefore, the party stated that, despite the resignation of the mayor of...

The national president of Morena, Luisa María Alcalde Luján, stated that she would "reach out" to President Claudia Sheinbaum to discuss the decision regarding whether she will accept the position of joining the Legal Counsel of the Presidency of the Republic or remain with the party. "I am deeply honored that the President considered me for a position in her team, within the government and the Legal Counsel. This undoubtedly represents a recognition of my career. I am very happy," she told N+ upon arriving at the party's offices this Wednesday morning. The national leader of Morena reiterated what the federal leader said in her morning press conference, that she had requested a few days to consider her response to the invitation. "The most important thing, as I told her, is 'give me a little time to think about it.' I will contact her to present my decision, and once I have presented it to her," Alcalde added. Also read: Godoy meets with the UN High Commissioner; they discussed strengthening the forensic system and addressing disappearances. Last week, in a video posted on her social media, Luisa María Alcalde Luján denied rumors that she was about to leave the party due to President Claudia Sheinbaum's dissatisfaction with the direction the party has taken, and especially the clear disagreements that existed with the parties in the alliance: PT and PVEM. "I would only leave the party if President Claudia Sh...

The so-called "Ley Trasciende" (Transcends Law), championed by activist Samara Martínez, has reached the Senate of the Republic and has sparked a significant debate within civil society, healthcare professionals, and the Church regarding the right to a dignified death. However, what does it propose, and what changes does it foresee for the General Health Law? Initially, the initiative proposes the repeal of Article 166 Bis 21 of the aforementioned law, which states that "the practice of euthanasia, understood as mercy killing, as well as assisted suicide, as defined by the Federal Penal Code, is prohibited under the protection of this law, and in such cases, the applicable criminal provisions will apply." In this regard, Article 132 of the Federal Penal Code states that "anyone who provides assistance or induces another person to commit suicide will be punished with a prison sentence of one to five years; if the assistance is provided to the point of the person themselves carrying out the death, the prison sentence will be four to twelve years." Also read: Sheinbaum: Investigation continues to determine the motive behind the attack in Teotihuacán; rejects the idea that the transformation promotes xenophobia. In light of this, the "Ley Trasciende" proposes the addition of Title Eighth Ter-Euthanasia to the General Health Law, which, in its Article 166 Ter, aims to regulate the right to euthanasia in Mexico, guaranteeing that those suffering from a terminal illness or a chronic-degenerative disease...

Around 9:32 AM, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, arrived at the National Palace to meet with President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo. Upon his arrival at the historic building, Turk was greeted by the Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez. Shortly after, the Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Roberto Velasco, and the Undersecretary for Human Rights, Arturo Medina Padilla, also arrived. During her morning press conference on Wednesday, April 22nd, at the National Palace, Sheinbaum Pardo announced that she would be meeting with the UN High Commissioner at 10:00 AM. Also read: Volker Türk tours the courthouse and reacts to murals depicting violent scenes. The head of the Ministry of the Interior (Segob) stated that the meeting she held on Monday with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights was positive. During President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo's morning press conference on Tuesday, April 21st, at the National Palace, Rodríguez commented that Turk was presented with the "extensive" human rights system in the country. "The result was positive; it was a respectful dialogue (...). We discussed, let's say, all the issues, and there were many questions about discrimination, about the issue of searching for missing persons, about the issue of victims, about migration, about all the programs (...). We expressed our conviction to continue working in coordination with all human rights organizations that belong to the United Nations," she said. L…