• Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denies US claims of inciting protests in Los Angeles.
• Sheinbaum calls the accusations from US Secretary Kristi Noem "absolutely false."
• Sheinbaum condemns violence and reiterates support for peaceful protests.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly denied accusations from US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that she incited violence during protests in Los Angeles, describing the claims as "absolutely false." In a recent press briefing, Sheinbaum urged Mexicans in the US to act peacefully and distanced herself from any endorsement of violence, asserting the importance of nonviolent protest methods, according to India Times and Newsweek.

In response to Noem’s accusation, Sheinbaum shared a video from her briefing on social media, where she condemned violent actions and reiterated her administration's commitment to defending "honest, hardworking Mexicans." She stated, "We do not agree with violent actions as a form of protest," emphasizing a call for "dialogue and respect" between Mexico and the United States, according to Reuters and Newsweek.

Sheinbaum's pushback comes amidst a delicate diplomatic environment, as her government is currently engaged in trade negotiations with the Trump administration. While she expressed confidence that the "misunderstanding will be cleared up," the tension surrounding this incident reflects broader issues concerning immigration policy and US-Mexico relations, according to Reuters and India Times.