BBC's Will Grant on the atmosphere in Mexico following unrest
The BBC's Will Grant describes how locals are feeling in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, Mexico, after a wave of violence hit the streets.
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"an extra 2,500 soldiers have been sent to western Mexico, bringing the total number of deployed since Sunday to 9,500."
— Ricardo Trevilla , Politician
"the US will 'run' Venezuela after it launched strikes on the country and captured President Nicolas Maduro."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', was a powerful drug lord in Mexico.
Nicolas Maduro is the President of Venezuela.
The Mexican Defence Secretary.
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The BBC's Will Grant describes how locals are feeling in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, Mexico, after a wave of violence hit the streets.
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