5 in Mexico arrested in kidnapping, deaths of Americans

"They want the U.S. government to see, 'Hey, we took responsibility for this—it was a mistake—let's just move on,' but I'm not sure that is going to fly this time."

In a segment on NewsNation, Global Guardian Director of Intelligence Michael Ballard discussed how the Gulf Cartel has become divided, leading to factions like the Scorpions, and the subsequent violence between these groups vying for the top spot in the region—as evident in the recent kidnapping and murder of Americans in Matamoros.

Bakhmut Will Fall. Here's What Russia Will Do Next

"That said, smaller counteroffensives could take place based on the tactical situation. Ukrainian planners, likely with some assistance, have done an exceptional job so far and we can expect them to continue to counter at opportune junctures."

In an article by Brendan Cole for Newsweek, Global Guardian Senior Intelligence Analyst Zev Faintuch discusses what will happen next in the Russia-Ukraine War if Russia take Bakhmut, including how Ukraine will potentially respond.

Should travelers worry about being kidnapped in Mexico? Travel experts discuss safety in Mexico.

“Mexico is ‘a tricky place’ when it comes to travel and safety because ‘the security landscape and the security dynamic is so different state to state and city to city.’”

In USA Today, Director of Intelligence Michael Ballard weighs in with the different safety and security risks travelers could potentially face in Mexico, and what they need to know if they encounter an emergency situation.

On 03 March 2023, four North Carolinian travelers crossed over to Matamoros, Mexico from Texas. Shortly after entering Mexico, their vehicle came under fire from Gulf cartel gunmen. The exact circumstances of the encounter remain unclear. However, it is possible the Americans were mistaken for Haitian smugglers, as some have suggested, or that they crashed their vehicle into a Gulf vehicle as the cartel gunmen were eluding police during a car chase. Either way, these Americans were in the wrong place at the wrong time. 

Spring breakers urged to avoid Mexican border

“This type of violence, although it typically does not impact civilians and certainly is pretty rare against Americans, can happen at almost any place at any time.”

Global Guardian Director of Intelligence Michael Ballard sits down with Border Report to discuss the risks associated with traveling to Mexico in light of the recent kidnapping in Matamoros—and some important reminders for spring break travelers visiting the country.

Suspect arrested in cartel murder and kidnapping as calls grow to label them a terror organization

Global Guardian Senior Risk Advisor Rob D’Amico discusses the recent kidnapping incident in Matamoros, Mexico this morning on Fox News. Rob highlights the ever-present security and safety risks to travelers in Mexico—and the importance of paying attention to travel alerts and safety information.

STATE ISSUES TRAVEL WARNINGS IN MEXICO AFTER DEADLY CARTEL KIDNAPPING

"Make sure to have situational awareness. Understand your surroundings, don’t have your head down in your phone, and read warnings."

Global Guardian Senior Risk Advisor Rob D'Amico sat down with San Diego CBS 8 to discuss the recent kidnapping in Mexico, including safety precautions to take if you plan to travel to the country.

TWO AMERICANS DEAD, TWO ALIVE IN MEXICO KIDNAPPING

Senior Risk Advisor Rob D'Amico sat down with CNN's Abby Philip to discuss the recent kidnapping in Mexico, including the recovery efforts, what is next for the victims and their families, and whether it is safe for US citizens to travel to Mexico. 

Is Europe really united in backing Ukraine and isolating Russia?

“Whatever political posturing goes on, there’s no way we’re taking our foot off this."

In Al Jazeera, Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner weighs in with how the United States has offered bipartisan support to Ukrainian forces in the Russia-Ukraine War—as compared to Europe, which is experiencing underlying division when it comes to support for Ukraine. 

Preparing for Putin's long war

"The word that describes where we're at [right now] is 'stalemate.'"

In a recent article in Axios, Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner spoke with Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath about the status of the Russia-Ukraine War at the one-year mark—and the impact the conflict continues to have on civilians.