Disappearances Surge in Mexico, While Other Global Crises Unfold
Mexico City, Mexico - February 16, 2026 - The number of disappearances in Mexico has surged by 200% over the past decade, with over 130,000 people currently considered missing or disappeared, according to The Guardian. This grim statistic comes as other global events, including a drone attack in Sudan, the death of a celebrated actor, and economic hardship in Argentina, capture international attention.
In Mexico, the rise in disappearances is linked to the expansion of drug cartels. Ángel Montenegro, a 31-year-old construction worker, vanished in August 2022 after a night out with friends, illustrating the vulnerability of ordinary citizens. Demonstrations demanding justice for the missing, such as the 43 students from Ayotzinapa, continue to take place.
Meanwhile, a drone attack in Sudan's Kordofan region resulted in the deaths of at least 28 people and injured dozens more, according to Al Jazeera. The attack, which targeted the al-Safiya market in the town of Sodari, was reported by Emergency Lawyers, a group tracking violence against civilians.
In other news, the world mourns the loss of Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor known for his roles in "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now." Duvall, who was 95, passed away, his wife announced on Facebook. "For each of his many roles, Bob gave everything to his characters and to the truth of the human spirit they represented," Luciana Duvall said in a statement.
Economic hardship is also impacting Argentina, where residents are increasingly taking out loans to afford basic necessities. Diego Nacasio, a 43-year-old salesman, described how he and his wife struggle to make ends meet, with their salaries often running out by the middle of the month, according to Al Jazeera.
Adding to the global challenges, the family of an Iranian protester was forced to pay for the bullet that killed their son, according to Sky News. Nasrin, whose nephew Hooman was killed during protests, shared the painful details, highlighting the regime's actions. "They had to pay for the bullet that killed their son," she said.
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