Sunday

February 22, 2026

Armed conflicts and attacks

Mexican drug war

2026 Jalisco operation

Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), and six other gunmen are killed during a security operation carried out by the Mexican Armed Forces near Tapalpa, Jalisco. In response, CJNG members launched coordinated retaliatory attacks, including road blockades involving burning vehicles and improvised checkpoints across multiple states. (N+) (AP)

At least seven National Guard troops are killed in clashes with CJNG forces in Western Mexico. (AP)

Arts and culture

79th British Academy Film Awards

At the 2026 BAFTA Awards, the American film One Battle After Another wins the most awards with six, including Best Film. Hamnet became the most-nominated film by a female director and Sinners became the most-nominated film by a Black director in BAFTA history. (AP) (Rolling Out) (The Hollywood Reporter)