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Incendiary devices thrown at Jalisco Congress during Guadalajara protest

Groups attacked the state legislature and damaged businesses in Guadalajara, Jalisco on 18 October 2026.

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On 18 October 2026, violent splinter groups threw molotov cocktails, petards and incendiary devices at the entrance of the Jalisco Congress building in Guadalajara, starting a fire.

Hooded protesters damaged local businesses and threw molotov cocktails during the demonstration held that same day.

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