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A new wave of violence sweeps across Ecuador after a gang leader's apparent escape from prison

Ecuador has been rocked by a series of attacks after the government imposed a state of emergency in the wake of the apparent escape of a powerful gang leader from prison

The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2024

Ecuador Gangsters Hold Police Hostage In Crisis For New President

Ecuador's new president grappled Tuesday with a security nightmare as gangsters held four police officers hostage after he declared a state of emergency in response to a drug kingpin's escape from prison.

International Business Times · Jan 9, 2024

Ecuador declares state of emergency after drug lord escapes from prison

Adolfo Macias (alias 'Fito') is leader of one of Ecuador's most notorious gangs

Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2024

Ecuador Launches Investigation Into Businessman Colin Armstrong's Abduction

The 78-year-old agricultural businessman was kidnapped over the weekend, but police rescued him on Tuesday.

Latin Times · Dec 22, 2023

Ecuador Approves Tax Amnesty Aimed At Coaxing Delinquent Taxpayers To Settle Bills, Introducing New Incentives

The tax reform is expected to generate over $830 million, which could help revitalize the economy of Ecuador.

Latin Times · Dec 20, 2023

Ecuador Detains 29 People Including Judicial Chief As Part Of Drug Trafficking Investigation

The detention took place after the judiciary council, alongside the houses of judges, prosecutors and police officers, were raided on Thursday morning by 900 prosecutors and police officers.

Latin Times · Dec 15, 2023

Rancor Soars Between Ecuador VP, President Just A Week Into Office

Ecuador's new president and vice president have been in office less than a week -- but it's already clear no love is lost between them.

International Business Times · Nov 28, 2023

Ecuador's newly sworn-in president repeals guidelines allowing people to carry limited drug amounts

Ecuador President Daniel Noboa — less than 48 hours into his term — has repealed controversial guidelines that eliminated penalties for people found carrying illegal drugs under certain amounts

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2023

Daniel Noboa Sworn In as Ecuador's President, Vowing to Restore Peace

The banana-empire heir will serve only 18 months, the rest of Lasso's term.

Latin Times · Nov 24, 2023

Morning Digest | Uttarkashi tunnel rescue delayed as drill machine hits hurdle, clashes in Dublin after three children injured in suspected stabbing, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 24, 2023

The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023