Mexico has begged the US not to pursue the world's most wanted drug lord fearing violence could spill over during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada Mexico will host the World Cup next year alongside Canada and the US (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

Mexican officials have pleaded with Donald Trump to halt the pursuit of the world's most notorious drug lord, fearing potential violence during the World Cup. ‌

In less than a year, Mexico, Canada and the US are set to host football fans from around the globe for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, there are concerns in Mexico that the Trump administration's chase of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, could trigger violent repercussions. ‌

The Mexican government has requested US Attorney Gener

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