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Mexican Security Minister Announces National Guard Deaths

Mexican Security Minister Omar Garcia Harfush announced the death of at least 25 National Guard members during a special operation against organized crime.

Mexican Security Minister Announces National Guard Deaths

Mexican Security Minister Omar Garcia Harfush announced on Monday that at least 25 members of the National Guard have been killed. According to him, the incident occurred during a special operation. Omar Garcia Harfush emphasized that the security forces were acting within the framework of the fight against organized crime. He also expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. The minister promised to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the tragedy.

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