The July 26 riot provides a classic example of Communist agitation techniques. Document questions Mexican claims of Soviet complicity, however, as USSR does not want to undermine its good relations with Mexico. Quell Mexico City Student Riots Confidential Report provides a chronological account of Mexican military involvement in disbanding student protests in Mexico City during the week of July 29. The Mexican Government denies reports that 4 students were killed during the disturbances. Generals Mazon and Ballasteros head a special military Task Force to deal with the situation of unrest.
Document claims that Communist youths are involved in the crisis.
CIA says that further violent outbreaks can be expected. Rostow claims that while the violence is not likely to affect Diaz Ordaz's administration, it will no doubt affect the Olympics in a negative manner. In response, Mexican Navy and army troops along the coast are put on high alert. While the Mexican Government has made minor concessions to protesting students, the approach of the Olympics will most likely lead the Diaz Ordaz administration to meet further demonstrations with very tough measures. Cable states that students are increasingly organized, and able to exercise some influence on national affairs.