**Mexico on High Alert as Security Forces Tackle El Mencho's Killing Fallout** Following the killing of Mexico's most wanted drug cartel leader, Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, the country has been placed on high alert as security forces scramble to maintain order. The operation that resulted in El Mencho's death has triggered a wave of reprisal attacks, forcing the deployment of over 10,000 soldiers to 20 states across the nation. As schools in major cities, including Guadalajara, remain closed, a sense of unease still pervades the air. Public transportation has partially resumed, but the number of passengers is significantly low, reflecting the cautious mood of the people. At least 74 people, including 25 National Guard officers, lost their lives in the operation that killed the 59-year-old drug kingpin and the subsequent violence. El Mencho's killing is seen as a significant blow to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), the powerful crime organisation he founded in 2009. His brutal methods and leadership style drew comparisons to notorious drug lords like Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman and Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada. The aftermath of his death has seen suspected CJNG members engage in retaliatory attacks, targeting cars, banks, petrol stations, and shops. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to downplay the situation, insisting that peace has returned to the country. However, experts warn that the absence of a clear succession plan within CJNG could lead to a power vacuum, sparking violent infighting to fill the void. The White House has applauded Mexico's military for taking down El Mencho, who was one of the most wanted men in both countries. As security forces work to maintain order, the situation remains fluid, with many businesses still closed and roadblocks removed. While the Mexican government claims that only domestic forces were involved in the operation, the US provided intelligence support to the military. The coming days will be crucial in determining the outcome of this delicate situation, and the impact it will have on Mexico's security landscape.