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Mexico disputes Texas' border barrier placement, citing potential treaty violations

  • Mexico sent a diplomatic note expressing concern that the floating barriers may extend into Mexican territory.
  • Mexico plans to send an inspection team to verify if the barriers violate boundary treaties.
  • Mexico raised objections about barbed wire placed on an island in the Rio Grande near Eagle Pass.
  • Barriers could impede water flow, violating treaties requiring the river remain unobstructed.
  • Texas' barrier project is part of Gov. Abbott's effort to secure the US-Mexico border.
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