Videos tagged with Cartel Operations

A former Delta Force operator discusses the strategic challenges of dismantling cartels, emphasizing the need for clandestine, low-visibility operations over direct confrontation. He contrasts the motivations of terrorists with cartel members, noting that financial incentives make cartels more susceptible to infiltration. The conversation also touches upon the evolving landscape of drone technology, including advanced 'mother ship' concepts, and the operator shares his personal preference for the reliable Glock 19 sidearm and his interest in the new SIG MCX Spear rifle.

This entry analyzes the complex and often obscured operations of Mexican cartels, particularly the CJNG, as discussed on the Shawn Ryan Show. It highlights the cartel's sophisticated military capabilities, including the use of armored vehicles, tactical gear, and advanced weaponry like drones and IEDs. The discussion also delves into the concept of cartels as psychological operations (psyops) and the elusive nature of their leadership, contrasting them with more publicly visible figures like El Chapo and El Mayo Zambada.

This video from the Shawn Ryan Show discusses a church in Arizona allegedly involved in illicit activities, including a secret tunnel to Mexico used for cartel operations. The discussion highlights how religious institutions can be exploited for criminal enterprises and touches on the psychological aspects of leadership within such organizations. The speaker, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, critically examines institutional corruption and the potential for abuse of power within religious structures.

This video analyzes a Texas traffic stop that uncovered 120,000 rounds of .223 ammunition destined for a cartel stash house. It argues that this bust, involving legal purchases from US retailers by individuals like Charbell Garza Messias, supports the Supreme Court's stance that gunmakers are not liable for criminal misuse of firearms. The analysis highlights the cartel's method of using small, repeated shipments of common calibers like 5.56 NATO to avoid detection, contrasting it with the idea of blaming manufacturers for downstream criminal activity.

This video from Shawn Ryan Show delves into strategies for defeating cartels, focusing on dismantling their corporate-like structures, targeting financial networks, and employing psychological operations. The discussion highlights the impact of key leader captures, such as Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, on cartel stability. The host, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, and the guest, demonstrating deep knowledge of cartel operations, provide an analytical perspective on these complex issues.

This entry details how cartels have shifted drug pipeline operations to Canada, exploiting the less stringent border controls compared to the U.S. The Port of Vancouver is identified as a key entry point for fentanyl precursors from China, with minimal cargo inspection rates. The analysis highlights the strategic advantages of the northern border for production and trafficking, a trend that reportedly began during the Trump administration.

This video from Shawn Ryan Show delves into the alarming trend of Mexican cartels hiring Canadian nationals as hitmen, with contracts valued up to $55,000. It highlights the strategic recruitment from regions like the Balkans and Australia for operatives who can bypass local scrutiny. The discussion, featuring insights from Shawn Ryan's background, touches upon the logistics of smuggling and the use of specific equipment like Glock pistols with red dot optics.

This entry details the capabilities and deployment of Pegasus spyware, originating from Israel's NSO Group. It highlights how the spyware, often delivered via WhatsApp, grants comprehensive access to compromised devices, including data, metadata, location, and audio. The discussion emphasizes its use by cartels in Mexico against journalists, politicians, and law enforcement, underscoring the pervasive threat of advanced cyber-espionage.

This video delves into the deadly world of criminal cartels, focusing on the execution of a Mexican influencer during a livestream. It highlights cartel symbolism, investigative journalism by Katarina Szulc, and critical issues of port security and fentanyl trafficking in North America, particularly concerning operations in Mexico and Canada. The discussion underscores the high level of organization and violence associated with these criminal enterprises.

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features former Acting Director of ICE, Tom Homan, discussing critical aspects of US border security and national security. Homan, possessing high authority and deep expertise in border tactical units like BORTAC, elaborates on their capabilities, comparing them to JSOC units. The conversation also delves into the complexities of combating cartels, the necessity of direct US involvement, and the ongoing efforts in border wall construction and technological integration for enhanced security.

Reports indicate cartel leaders have authorized the use of weaponized drones and explosives against US Border Patrol and law enforcement personnel. This development, influenced by tactics seen in Ukraine, signifies a dangerous escalation. Border agents are being advised to remain vigilant and equipped with long arms to counter these threats.

Investigative journalist Luis Chaparro provides a rare, high-risk look inside the mansion of Ovidio Guzman Lopez, son of El Chapo, hours after his arrest. The content details the aftermath of a cartel shootout, the sophisticated fentanyl production methods including M30 pill manufacturing, and the extensive reach of Mexican cartels into the United States. Chaparro's direct field reporting and documentation of crime scenes underscore the serious dangers and complex operations involved.