Mexico Clamps Down on Cartel Ties: Bank Accounts Frozen

Mexico has taken decisive action against former officials allegedly linked to the notorious Sinaloa Cartel. The country's financial authorities have frozen the bank accounts of those accused by U.S. officials, President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on Monday.

The measure, termed 'preventative' by Sheinbaum, aims to curtail any potential cartel financing stemming from official complicity.

Financial authorities are expected to provide further details on the investigation and the future steps to be taken in this matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)