Xylazine, commonly referred to as the "zombie drug," is increasingly spreading across Latin America, with Mexico reporting its circulation mixed with fentanyl and heroin, raising public health concerns. The World Health Organization has noted a rise in its consumption in Mexico. The drug, also known as scopolamine or "devil’s breath," has been linked to assaults and robberies due to its incapacitating effects. In Chile, political tensions have escalated as the UDI party filed complaints with the Comptroller General's Office against President Gabriel Boric, accusing him of electoral intervention after he expressed support for candidate Jara. The government has defended Boric's actions, emphasizing that political opinions do not equate to improper intervention. Meanwhile, Chile's Supreme Court rejected a protection order filed by a former Air Force general related to the crash of a Hercules C-130 aircraft in the Drake Passage. President Boric met with the Chilean Armed Forces following recent drug trafficking cases involving military personnel. Authorities confiscated ketamine from former Air Force officials linked to narcotics trafficking, prompting concerns over the military's involvement in drug-related activities. The Air Force chief clarified that President Boric has no authority to direct investigations in the narcotics case. Opposition lawmakers criticized Boric, accusing him of undermining the Defense Minister amid the scandal.