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“This wouldn’t be a mass invasion,” one analyst clarified. “It would involve Special Operations deploying on the ground and in the air, focusing on high-value targets and key cartel locations.” The strategy might include pinpointing cartel leadership and eliminating significant figures within these criminal organizations.
However, the discussion revealed that such operations could be complex and challenging. Cartels have evolved into highly paramilitary organizations, mirroring military structures with trained operatives, advanced equipment, and extensive networks. Historical attempts at counter-narcotics have shown that cartels often adapt quickly, with their lieutenants ready to fill leadership gaps left by targeted strikes.