The ongoing conflict between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel has resulted in more than 100 deaths or missing persons as violence surges following the recent arrest of cartel leaders in the United States. The Mexican president has partially blamed the U.S. for the rise in violence, which has seen corpses found wearing sombreros, indicative of the brutal nature of the drug wars. In response, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico has denied any responsibility for the surge in violence, emphasizing that the situation is a problem of local governance and crime. As clashes continue, areas such as Chihuahua are on high alert, with law enforcement agencies increasing readiness to prevent the violence from spilling over.