9/30-10/6 News Roundup

The United Nations' decides to withdraw its peacekeeping mission from Kenya due to escalating violence and insecurity in the region because of gang violence. The mission, established in response to Haiti's 2010 earthquake, aimed to stabilize the country and support its development. However, recent challenges, including political instability and violence, have led the UN to approve a Kenya-led security mission to help Haiti stamp out gangs. NY Times

Presidential candidate Lourdes Vega narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, leading to the sense that the narco-trafficking industry has ties to the government. This incident follows a series of prison killings and unrest in the country. Ecuador has been grappling with rising crime rates, political tensions, and violence within its prison system. NY Times

Concerns about the potential for a Mexican cartel to stage an invasion or incite a border war with Texas grow. Cartels may exploit the porous border to wage violence or incite conflict. The ongoing security challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border and raises questions about the ability of law enforcement agencies to address these threats effectively. Daily Mail

The intersection of PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) fraud, gangs led to the surge in illegal gun and drug activity in Chicago during the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID relief funds were exploited by gangs for fraudulent claims, leading to an influx of cash. This influx reportedly contributed to a spike in illegal gun purchases and drug trafficking in the city, fueling violence. Chicago Sun Times