Mexican Cartels Turning Tourist Resorts into 'War Zones'
Four Mexican cartels are engaged in a violent struggle for dominance over tourist resorts in Mexico, leading to innocent travelers being caught in the crossfire. The 'rules' have changed with women, children, and tourist destinations no longer off-limits, turning these areas into 'war zones.'
Key Points
- Four Mexican cartels are engaged in violent conflicts over dominance in tourist resort areas
- Innocent tourists have become collateral damage in the crossfire
- Historical 'code' among cartels has been disregarded, making tourist destinations vulnerable
- Government efforts to protect tourism are being challenged by cartel activities