Mexico has stood firm against any potential military intervention from the United States, responding robustly to reports about President Donald Trump’s proposed military directives against Latin American drug cartels. President Claudia Sheinbaum declared on Friday that an invasion scenario is “absolutely ruled out,” reinforcing Mexico's sovereignty in the face of escalating drug-related violence.

The New York Times reported that Trump had allegedly signed a directive allowing the Pentagon to use military force against specified drug cartels. In her statements, Sheinbaum clarified, “The United States is not going to come to Mexico with the military. We co-operate, we collaborate, but there is not going to be an invasion.” This follows Trump's earlier executive order that designated several Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations.

Despite the reported military plans, Sheinbaum emphasized that cooperation would continue without military involvement, noting that Mexico had been informed about the forthcoming directives, which do not entail any US military participation. Earlier this year, she expressed concerns that labeling cartels as terrorists could lead to invasion scenarios, which would infringe on Mexico's sovereignty.

In response to the situation, Secretary of State Marco Rubio commented that the designation of cartels would enable the US to leverage its intelligence and military resources to combat these entities effectively, identifying them as threats akin to armed terrorist organizations.

Recent data indicates a collaborative effort between Mexico and the US has led to significant declines in illegal border crossings and drug seizures, particularly fentanyl. US Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson asserted that the partnership between Heinbaum and Trump has been fruitful, leading to an observable decrease in cartel operations and enhancing safety for both countries.

As tensions rise over the drug crisis, Mexico looks to navigate a path of sovereignty and safety through collaboration, firmly rejecting foreign military involvement on its soil.