Mexico and US send troops to border in joint ‘mirror operation’ after gunfire episode

Mexico has deployed 500 Army and National Guard troops to the U.S. border in Tamaulipas, Mexico, in coordination with U.S. military forces following an incident where U.S. officials were fired upon by unidentified individuals from the Mexican side on September 26. U.S. officials announced the deployment of 500 soldiers to the Texas-Mexico border on Saturday as a response to the shooting, during which Coast Guard personnel returned fire.

In Tamaulipas, 500 Army and National Guard personnel are being supported by two UH-60 helicopters from the Air Force, drones, and mobile and semi-fixed anti-drone equipment. The U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, confirmed the joint operation, stating that the U.S. Embassy is coordinating with Mexican forces in the border area where the shooting occurred.

Operation Concurrent, a mission to prevent drug and human trafficking, involves coordination between Mexican and U.S. military authorities to strengthen border security and safeguard sovereignty. The Mexican Navy also participated in the operation, conducting surveillance and security operations on the northern border with 159 naval personnel, 11 vehicles, and two drones. No injuries or damage were reported in the incident.