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Culiacán: Burned bone remains found on a property in Huertos del Pedregal in Bellavista, in the Culiacancito district

U.S. Secretary of War: Today, at the direction of President Trump, the Department of War carried out a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization. The vessel was trafficking narcotics in the Caribbean and was struck in international waters. No U.S. forces were harmed in the strike, and three male narco-terrorists — who were aboard the vessel — were killed.

"She has the support of all the people of Uruapan," says Juan Manzo after Grecia Quiroz's swearing-in ceremony.

2 B-52 bombers flying just off the Venezuelan coast

Trump admin officials told Congress that the US is not currently planning to launch strikes inside Venezuela and doesn’t have a legal justification that would support attacks against land targets right now—but they’re seeking one from DOJ, per US official

Grecia Quiroz is sworn in as mayor of Uruapan: 'Carlos Manzo's legacy will continue,' she says

The US expressed condolences to Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state for the four police officers killed in a raid that left over 100 people dead last week, while also offering any support needed

Morelia - Michoacán - He tried to enter the State Congress where Grecia Quiroz was to be sworn in as mayor of Uruapan, but he refused to be searched. Suddenly, the police surrounded him, reportedly seizing marijuana and a can of spray paint.

Under the protection of the National Guard, Grecia Quiroz, widow of Carlos Manzo, arrives at the State Congress to be sworn in as the substitute Municipal President of Uruapan.

Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado: Iran, Russia, and China now operate militarily, technologically, and through intelligence in Venezuela—just three hours from Florida. A transition to democracy would dismantle this presence and make Venezuela a strong security ally of the United States

Colombian who survived US attack on suspected drug-laden submarine in the Caribbean has been released

Syrian Interior Ministry says drug raid in Deir ez-Zor uncovers large narcotics cache amid growing trafficking concerns

US Defense Secretary: We carried out a strike on a drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people on board.

US sinks another drug boat in the Eastern Pacific and kills two narco-militants

The New York Times, citing sources: Options regarding Venezuela include airstrikes on military installations to weaken military support for Maduro.

Sheinbaum denied that there was violence and provocation in the demonstrations in Michoacán cities after the assassination of the Mayor of Uruapan

The White House confirms that Marco Rubio will brief Congress tomorrow, November 5th, on the attacks against drug-running boats in the Caribbean and the Pacific. "We will gladly speak to them. We have been transparent; there have been eight meetings on this matter."

Protesters set fire to the municipal palace of Apatzingán, Michoacán.

Sheinbaum condemns the violence and calls for calm after protests in Michoacán. The last two days have seen protests in Michoacán following the murder of Mayor Carlos Manzo.

In Apatzingán, the protest against Carlos Manzo murder ended in more violence.

The Ministry of Interior: Anti-narcotics units in the Syrian desert thwarted an attempt to smuggle Captagon pills into a neighboring country and arrested a man identified as "M.N." during the operation. The smuggler used a modern method, employing balloons and advanced electronic devices to guide them across the border.

Police use tear gas to disperse protesters at the Government Palace; some of the participants try to pull down the metal barriers.

Zulia: The Venezuelan National Armed Forces (FANB) destroyed a drug trafficking camp in Zulia state, where they found armbands alluding to the "33rd Front of the FARC." Weapons, ammunition, and tactical equipment were seized at the site.

The Trump administration has begun detailed planning for a new mission to send American troops and intelligence officers into Mexico to target drug cartels, according to two U.S. officials and two former senior U.S. officials familiar with the effort - NBC

Protests over the assassination of the mayor of Uruapan (Michoacán) turn into riots in western Mexico

Chanting demands for justice, Generation Z protesters stormed the government palace in Mexico after the mayor of Uruapan was assassinated by a Mexican drug cartel.

Outrage over the assassination of Mayor Carlos Manzo Rodríguez of Uruapan erupted in Morelia. Hundreds of protesters stormed and set fire to the Government Palace, demanding justice.

CJNG Advances in Mexicali: 4 Killed in Less Than 24 Hours. In less than 24 hours, four people were found dead in different parts of the city, in incidents allegedly related to the CJNG's advance in the region. The two most recent cases occurred on the highway to San Felipe, where two men were found with signs of violence and their hands tied, along with a suspected narco-message. According to unofficial reports, these incidents are related to the dispute between the CJNG and Ch4pizza alliance against the criminal group known as Los Rusos, who are fighting for control of the area. The bodies were taken to the Forensic Medical Service (Semefo) pending official identification.

The U.S. is revamping its former Roosevelt Roads Naval Station in Puerto Rico, adding runway upgrades, aircraft facilities, and ammunition storage. Recent F-35 deployments and nearby naval activity point to a growing military presence about 500 miles from Venezuela. Source: Reuters

Tents set up near the runway at the former Roosevelt Roads Naval Station, October 29, 2025 - Reuters