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Mexico steps up security at World Cup 2026 fan zone amid growing unrest

Mexico is planning to increase the police and security presence in Mexico City to ensure the World Cup fan festival can go ahead amid growing social unrest

The Guardian - UK

Mexico’s president helps journalist after fall during football toss

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum surprised reporters at her regular morning press conference on Wednesday (4 June) by tossing a football into the crowd at the end of the briefing.

The Independent UK

Protests in Mexico City capitalize on World Cup celebrations to pressure government

A range of social movements in Mexico are capitalizing on impending FIFA World Cup celebrations next week to put pressure on authorities and make demands

The Independent UK

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The World Cup Shadow: Mexico Teachers' Union Strike Escalates Days Before Kickoff

Mexico's most militant teachers' union, the CNTE, has entered its fifth consecutive day of strikes and blockades, escalating from street protests to storming the federal Education Ministry and shutting down major highways — all six days before the FIFA World Cup kicks off. President Sheinbaum refuses to meet with them…

Latin Times

Trump's DHS Secretary Says Claudia Sheinbaum Has 'Impressed Us' in Fight Against Cartels

In a notable shift from months of diplomatic tension between Washington and Mexico City, Homeland Security Secretary publicly praised Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's cooperation in the fight against organized crime, saying her administration has been "much more cooperative" than its predecessor and has impressed U.S. officials.

Latin Times

Report: U.S. Authorities Investigating Two More Mexican Governors Over Alleged Organized Crime Ties

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum dismissed the report, arguing that the investigations could be politically motivated ahead of the U.S. midterm elections in 2026 and Mexico's federal elections in 2027.

Latin Times

'Let the Other Trump Return': Former Mexican President López Obrador's Message to the White House

Former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has published an extraordinary political letter defending President Claudia Sheinbaum, criticizing what he described as interventionist actions by some U.S. officials and offering an unexpected assessment of President Donald Trump: that the current occupant of the White House is not the same leader…

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Kidnappings, threats and ‘protection fees’: how can Mexico confront rise in deadly extortion?

With corrupt police on the streets and shopkeepers forced to pay gangs, president has vowed to tackle crime that now affects all parts of society

The Guardian - UK

‘The ball won’t roll’: Mexico’s striking teachers threaten to disrupt World Cup days before kick-off

Teachers associated with the CNTE union are calling for salary raises and the reversal of pension laws

The Guardian - AU

Sheinbaum tells US envoy to keep out of Mexican politics after drug-trade post

Mexico’s president says ambassadors must avoid political affairs after Ron Johnson’s post on drug-trafficking dispute

The Guardian - US

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Pushes Back on Sheinbaum Sovereignty Warning, Says Turning Cartel Fight Into Politics Is 'a Missed Opportunity'

Johnson's comments came a day after the Mexican president delivered a speech criticizing U.S. pressure surrounding organized crime investigations involving local officials

Latin Times

RM Says BTS were left in 'a bad mental state' after military service

RM has revealed the BTS members were emotionally drained after completing their military enlistments, opening up about the tearful moment they realised how hard the separation had been.

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Mexico president Sheinbaum gifts her World Cup ticket to Indigenous athlete

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has given away her ticket to the World Cup opening match

The Independent UK

Alarm at Mexico bill allowing elections to be annulled for ‘foreign interference’

Opposition says constitutional amendment would give bill ruling party carte blanche to overturn will of voters

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Claudia Sheinbaum Warns of "Real Risk" of Foreign Intervention in Mexico Elections

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum warned that Mexico faces a "real risk" of foreign intervention in its elections, escalating a political fight over a newly approved constitutional reform that would allow authorities to annul an election if outside interference is proven.

The Independent UK

Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries

The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services

International Business Times

Mexico To Host Iranian Soccer Team During World Cup After U.S. Rejects Doing So

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that her nation would welcome the Iranian national soccer team during the World Cup after the U.S. said it wouldn't.

The Guardian - US

John Cornyn says he’ll back Ken Paxton, who is set to face Democrat James Talarico in Texas Senate race – as it happened

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Iran switches World Cup base camp to Mexico, as Washington closes door on squad

Iran's base camp for the 2026 World Cup was on Tuesday switched from the United States to Mexico, after US authorities refused to host the squad for the tournament, which starts on 11 June in Mexico City.

International Business Times UK

Mexico Steps in to Host Iran's World Cup Squad as US Tensions Cast Shadow Over Tournament

Mexico will host Iran's national football team for the 2026 World Cup after the US declined due to geopolitical tensions, with the team relocating to Tijuana to avoid visa issues.

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Iran says ‘contradictory statements’ from US hindering deal negotiations

Donald Trump says deal will be ‘great and meaningful, or there will be no deal at all’ in online post – key US politics stories from Monday 25 May at a glance

The Economic Times

Iran's national soccer team to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, says Sheinbaum

Iran's national soccer team will not stay in the United States during the World Cup. Instead, they will be based in Mexico. The team will travel to the U.S. only for their scheduled matches. This decision comes after U.S. authorities declined to host the squad throughout the tournament. Mexico's president…

France 24

Mexico to host Iran's national World Cup team after US refusal

Iran's national football team will base itself in Mexico during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and travel into the United States only on matchdays after US President Trump said they were welcome to participate but that it is better they not stay in the country "for their own life and…

The Independent UK

Mexico’s president says country has ‘no issue’ hosting Iran’s World Cup team amid US tensions

The team is still scheduled to play its matches in the U.S., but its new base has been relocated to Tijuana, Mexico

AAP

Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after US 'refusal'

Mexico president says her government have met a FIFA approach to provide a base for Iran's World Cup squad following complications over their proposed US stay.

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