The World New initiative aims to halt weapons flow from US sellers to Mexican cartels
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Sep 29, 2025 Join Leon Castellanos-Yankiewicz, a senior researcher at the Asser Institute, as he discusses a new U.S.-Mexico initiative aimed at curbing arms trafficking. Orla Barry dives into the implications of Moldova's pro-European party victory amidst rising geopolitical tensions. Ella Al-Shamahi shares insights on early human species and their cultural evolution. Lastly, Dan Efron recounts the story of Alan Gross and its impact on U.S.-Cuba relations, shedding light on the complex world of international diplomacy.
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Focused US‑Mexico Effort On Gun Trafficking
- Up to 70% of guns recovered in Mexico trace back to the U.S., with 250,000 illicit weapons crossing yearly.
- The new bilateral initiative singularly targets gun trafficking and seeks coordinated enforcement and data sharing.
Traceability Requires Real‑Time Coordination
- Coordinated law enforcement and ATF involvement are vital to trace and stop trafficked weapons.
- Success depends on timely U.S. data sharing and Mexican intelligence on cartel routes and methods.
Cross‑Border Supply And Price Incentive
- Guns are scarce legally in Mexico, increasing their value once smuggled south.
- U.S. supply plus Mexican demand creates a profitable cross‑border trafficking market.