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crimeborder-security2 years ago•5 min saved

"Rising Cartel Violence: War Zones and Mass Exodus on Mexico's Border"

Mexican drug cartels are profiting from the influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, turning entire border towns into war zones as they fight for control of the lucrative human smuggling business. Cartels are extorting, kidnapping, and battling each other for a share of the profits, leading to increased violence and homicides in cities like Ciudad Juárez. Migrants are being targeted and exploited, with one Venezuelan migrant expressing fear for his family's safety as they face extortion and kidnapping threats. The situation has also led to clashes with Mexican and U.S. authorities, with record-setting numbers of migrant apprehensions in 2023.

via Fox News|

#border-towns #cartel-violence #crimeborder-security

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago•7 min saved

Tensions Rise: Israeli Strikes Target Hezbollah in Lebanon

As conflict escalates on Israel's northern border with Hezbollah, residents of Kiryat Shmona are agonizing over whether to stay or evacuate. Despite routine rocket fire and aerial attacks, some residents have chosen to remain, while most have evacuated to safer regions. The ongoing hostilities have turned the city into a ghost town, with constant sounds of conflict and empty streets. The long-simmering conflict with Hezbollah has led to a prolonged displacement for residents, with few feeling safe enough to return.

via NPR|

#border-towns #conflict #conflictinternational-relations

border-security2 years ago•2 min saved

"Lukeville Port Closure Sparks Concerns of Border Towns and Migrant Influx"

The closure of the Lukeville port of entry on the Arizona/Mexico border due to the surge of migrants entering the United States is expected to have a domino effect on other border towns, according to Manuel Ruiz, chairman of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors. The closure will put stress on other ports of entry, slow down operations, and hurt businesses on both sides of the border. Ruiz called for more resources and a permanent solution to the ongoing crisis.

via Arizona's Family|

#border-closure #border-security #border-towns

conflict2 years ago•0 min saved

Israel Issues Warning to Gaza Border Residents Amidst Widespread Attack

The IDF's Home Front Command has issued a warning to residents of Gaza border towns to seek shelter immediately, as a "widespread attack" is expected with heavy barrages of rockets from Gaza into southern Israel. Residents are advised to bring necessary supplies into their shelters.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#border-towns #conflict #gaza

immigration2 years ago•8 min saved

Migrants in Border Towns Face Uncertainty and Desperation Despite Local Aid.

Thousands of migrants are in a holding pattern in border towns after pandemic-era migration restrictions known as Title 42 expired on Thursday night. While the numbers did not spike on Friday, officials said crossings had reached historically high levels in the days before Title 42 ended. Venezuelans have been crossing the southern border in ever greater numbers, and they recently dwarfed the numbers of migrants from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador.

via The New York Times|

#border-towns #immigration #migrants