Mexican government seeks answers about CIA presence in Chihuahua state

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has expressed her desire for clarification regarding the involvement of CIA agents in a recent operation targeting a drug lab in Chihuahua.

According to reports, the federal government was not aware of the presence of US intelligence officers during the operation. The Mexican president stated that she is seeking answers from the US Ambassador and state officials regarding this matter.

Sheinbaum’s comments come as part of her efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the operation. The details of the operation remain unclear, but it has been reported that a joint effort was made between Mexican authorities and US intelligence agents to target the drug lab.

The involvement of CIA officers in the operation has raised questions about the level of cooperation between Mexico and the United States on counter-narcotics efforts. Sheinbaum’s request for information is aimed at shedding light on this aspect of the operation.

A spokesperson for the Mexican government has confirmed that President Sheinbaum is seeking answers from relevant authorities, including the US Ambassador to Mexico. The spokesperson declined to provide further details on the matter.

The incident highlights the complexities of international cooperation in counter-narcotics efforts and the need for transparency in such operations.

Source: Al Jazeera