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The intelligence that prompted U.S. strikes appears to come from cartel leaders like Zambada, who, while imprisoned, may possess valuable information about drug routes and operational hierarchies. However, skepticism remains about how critical Zambada's intelligence truly is, especially considering that record seizures in maritime routes have been ongoing since 2024-2025, independent of his cooperation. These seizures, involving vast quantities of cocaine, suggest a broader intelligence and law enforcement effort that extends beyond individual cartel insiders.