20% petrol price hike sparks violent protests in Mexico
Violent protests erupted across Mexico after the government announced an over 20% hike in government-set petrol price to 15.99 pesos (around ₹51) per litre. Demonstrators blocked highways, looted shops and created a "critical situation" in at least three Mexican states. Fuel retailer G500, which operates 1,800 petrol stations, warned that all of its outlets could close due to security issues. 