Iran Seeks Mexico Shift For Fifa World Cup

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2026

Football Sports

Iran is in talks with FIFA to move its 2026 World Cup group-stage matches from the United States to Mexico, citing security concerns linked to the ongoing conflict involving the US and Iran. The issue has added uncertainty to tournament planning less than three months before kickoff, with FIFA

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Jalisco New Generation Cartel Leader El Mencho Killed

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2026

Mexican security forces have killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho”, the long-time leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), during a military operation in the western state of Jalisco. Authorities said the operation targeted the cartel chief in a rural area, marking one of the most significant blows against organised […]

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Mexico Warns of Worsening Cuba Crisis

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has warned that proposed US tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba could worsen the humanitarian situation on the island. She said such measures risk affecting essential services, including electricity generation, healthcare and food supply. Oil Supplies and Mexico’s Position Sheinbaum said decisions on oil exports are a matter of

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Mexico Train Derailment Kills 13, Nearly 100 Injured

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2025

At least 13 people were killed and 98 others injured after a passenger train derailed in southern Mexico. The accident occurred in the state of Oaxaca when the train was travelling along the Isthmus of Tehuantepec rail corridor. Authorities said several coaches left the tracks, causing severe damage and trapping passengers inside. Emergency Response And […]

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Mexico Raises Tariffs on Imports from India and China

By BPN News Desk December 11, 2025

Mexico’s Congress has approved a new law imposing higher import tariffs on goods originating from countries without free trade agreements, including India, China, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia. The revised tariff structure will come into effect from January 2026, with duties ranging between 5 percent and 50 percent depending on the product category. Key Products […]

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Trump Warns Mexico Of Higher Tariffs Over Water Issue

By BPN News Desk December 9, 2025

US President Donald Trump has warned Mexico that tariffs on its exports could be increased if it does not meet water delivery obligations under a 1944 treaty. He said Mexico must release a specific volume of water to the United States by December 31 or face additional duties. The issue has affected farmers in Texas, […]

International

Mexico Blocks U.S. Military Strike Proposal on Cartels

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly rejected a proposal by Donald Trump to permit U.S. military strikes against drug cartels on Mexican soil. She stated unequivocally: “It’s not going to happen,” clarifying that while intelligence cooperation with the U.S. is welcome, any foreign military operation within Mexico’s territory is unacceptable. U.S. Offer and

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Mexico Set To Raise Tariffs On Chinese Cars To 50% After US Pressure

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

Mexico’s government has unveiled plans to increase tariffs on automobiles imported from China and other Asian countries from about 20% to 50%. The move is part of a broader overhaul of import duties aimed at protecting domestic industries and jobs. Scope Of The Import Overhaul The proposed changes would affect around US$52 billion in imports […]

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Mexico Halts US Deliveries Amid Tariff Uncertainty

By BPN News Desk August 28, 2025

Mexico’s national postal service, Correos de Mexico, has suspended all package deliveries to the United States starting Wednesday. The decision follows confusion over the termination of the “de minimis” duty exemption, which previously allowed duty-free entry for packages valued under $800. Billions in Trade Impacted In 2024, more than 1.3 billion packages worth over $64

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US Slaps 17 % Tariff On Mexican Tomatoes

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

The United States has officially imposed a 17% anti-dumping duty on fresh tomato imports from Mexico, ending a long-standing agreement that had previously suspended such tariffs. The move came into effect on July 14 and is part of a broader effort to protect American agriculture. This marks the termination of a 2019 agreement—originally built on […]