White House warns drug cartels not to target Americans in Mexico
- Americas
- Reuters
- Published Date: 04:26 | 24 February 2026
- Modified Date: 04:34 | 24 February 2026
The White House on Tuesday warned drug cartels not to target any Americans in Mexico after the killing of a drug lord fueled a wave of violence, adding that Americans in the country should follow U.S. State Department guidance.
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