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Strong security presence in Mexico’s Sinaloa state amid cartel violence
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Security forces have intensified their presence in parts of Mexico's Sinaloa state, setting up checkpoints due to cartel violence. Rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel are battling for control, resulting in a visible military deployment. The conflict has led to a significant number of deaths, with the situation deepened amid political instability following investigations and indictments linked to former officials.