Mexican soldiers shoot at vehicle carrying migrants, killing six near Guatemalan border

Mexican soldiers shot at a vehicle carrying would-be migrants, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuries to ten others. The incident occurred near Huixtla, close to the Guatemalan border, as the group attempted to evade a military patrol. The Defence Ministry reported that the group included individuals from Egypt, Nepal, Cuba, India, and Pakistan. The soldiers opened fire after hearing explosions, believing the vehicle was linked to criminal activity in the area. This event highlights ongoing tensions at Mexico's southern border amid U.S. pressure to manage migration. The incident poses a challenge for newly inaugurated President Claudia Sheinbaum.