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Cartel leader "El Mencho" killed, sparking Mexico violence; former DEA official explains situation
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Richard VT posted on 2026/02/23Ever wondered about the real-world impact of major cartel busts? This video dives deep into the situation surrounding "El Mencho," explaining the violence that erupted and the complex web of fentanyl trafficking and US intelligence involved. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary related to crime, military operations, and international affairs, plus gain fascinating cultural insights into Mexico!
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basically
US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/
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UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/
- Adverb
- Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
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More cultivate
US /ˈkʌltəˌvet/
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UK /'kʌltɪveɪt/
- Transitive Verb
- To grow plants, crops etc.
- To cause to grow by education; to enlighten
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US /fɔrs, fors/
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UK /fɔ:s/
- Noun
- Group of persons trained for military action; army
- Pressure; attraction
- Transitive Verb
- To use physical strength or violence to persuade
- To break open (something) using force.
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US /ɪnˈtɛlədʒəns/
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UK /ɪn'telɪdʒəns/
- Uncountable Noun
- Collection of secret information about something
- Ability to learn things or to consider situations
- Adjective
- Of the spying services; acting in secrecy
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