### Primary Article
**Violence in Sinaloa Used by “Adversaries” to Discredit the Government, Says President AMLO**
On September 18, 2024, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador accused the media of instilling fear among the people of Sinaloa. According to AMLO, his “adversaries” have been promoting and exaggerating the news of violence in the region to create an atmosphere of fear.
“The media doesn’t just inform; they manipulate. They scare the population… The news about Sinaloa is entangled in a web of lies, sensationalism, and alarms to induce fear among the people,” the president stated.
López Obrador went on to claim that this campaign is driven by his political opponents. “You see the newspapers, rented out to conservatism, and social media platforms circulating the theme of Sinaloa. It’s similar to [Ernesto] Zedillo, [Genaro] García Luna, and the hashtag #NarcoPresidenteAMLO; these are their issues,” he elaborated.
Despite these allegations, AMLO remains hopeful that the situation in Sinaloa will gradually return to normal. He emphasized during his morning press briefing at the Salón Tesorería of the National Palace that the violence in Sinaloa is part of a broader effort to tarnish his administration’s reputation.
“It’s a campaign aimed at discrediting the government I represent and myself, but they have not succeeded and they will not succeed because the people of Mexico are strong. Our adversaries, with all due respect, have no moral authority; they are hypocritical, corrupt, and authoritarian,” stressed the president.
He also assured that the Armed Forces are already deployed in Sinaloa and actively working to protect civilians and prevent conflicts among organized crime groups. “I again reassure the citizens of Sinaloa that we are closely monitoring the issue and acting professionally and responsibly. Our primary mission is to protect all citizens, and secondly, to prevent clashes between competing groups,” AMLO added.
### Secondary Article
**Increased Military Presence in Sinaloa to Combat Rising Violence**
In response to escalating violence in Sinaloa, the federal government has increased the presence of military forces in the region. This move comes amid accusations from President López Obrador that adversaries and the media are exaggerating the situation to discredit his administration.
According to local news reports, the recent violence includes several high-profile incidents and clashes between rival gangs. The federal government has deployed additional troops to maintain order and ensure public safety. Security experts warn, however, that underlying issues such as poverty and corruption contribute to the ongoing instability, requiring comprehensive solutions beyond military intervention.
While the president attributes much of the turmoil to politically motivated propaganda, residents voice concerns about their safety and the effectiveness of the government’s approach. Community leaders urge for a combination of law enforcement and social programs to address the root causes of violence, aiming for long-term peace and stability in Sinaloa.
**Source:** Local news reports, expert analyses, and community statements on violence and security measures in Sinaloa.