In Culiacán, thousands protested against escalating violence linked to rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel, demanding peace and highlighting the impact on local communities and businesses. The protest coincided with the two-year anniversary of the conflict that erupted after the arrest of cartel leader Ismael Zambada. Community leaders and the Catholic Church called for an end to hostilities, emphasizing the importance of human life amidst ongoing political and social turmoil.