Mexican Bishops Negotiate Peace with Cartel Leaders, President Approves

In a groundbreaking move, Catholic bishops in Mexico have engaged in negotiations with drug cartel leaders to broker a peace accord, receiving endorsement from President López Obrador.

Four Roman Catholic bishops met with Mexican drug cartel bosses in an attempt to negotiate a peace accord.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador expressed approval for the negotiations, emphasizing the church's role in pacifying the country.
The talks aimed at ending territorial disputes and violence in Guerrero state, but failed due to disagreements over conditions.
The government's 'hugs, not bullets' policy has led to a situation where cartels exert control over various regions, impacting local economies.
The initiative, which aligns with Pope Francis' advocacy for dialogue, represents a novel approach to addressing the violence and instability caused by drug cartels.