Explosive Attacks Increase in Zacatecas, Officials Report

Why it matters locally: Increased violence in Mexican states bordering the U.S. can lead to heightened concerns regarding border security and potential impacts on cross-border trade and tourism between California and Mexico.

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Zacatecas, Mexico, has experienced 23 attacks involving explosives during the current year, Attorney General Cristian Paul Camacho stated. These incidents include six cases where attackers used cars or motorcycles as explosive devices. Camacho provided these figures regarding the use of explosives in the state.