The Latest Breaking News from Ecuador

Former Ecuadorian vice president detained in embassy raid gets 13 years in prison

The former vice president of Ecuador who was detained last year during a highly criticized police raid on Mexico’s embassy has been sentenced

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2025

Richard Carapaz out of Tour de France due to gastrointestinal infection

Illness developed while training at home in Ecuador

Cycling News · Jun 28, 2025

Five Breakout South American Players in the Club World Cup

Richard Ríos, Nelson Deossa, Igor Jesus, Gonzalo Plata and Jhon Arias's performances in the Club World Cup could merit a move to Europe.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 28, 2025

Notorious gang leader recaptured more than a year after prison escape

Fugitive drug trafficker José Adolfo Macías, also known as Fito, is wanted by authorities in Ecuador and the United States

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2025

Better Than Gold: How Ecuador Cashed In On Surging Cocoa Prices

In Ecuador, farmers who bet on cocoa beans rather than bananas, the country's top agricultural export, are cashing in as a global shortage of the main ingredient in chocolate feeds a price bonanza.

International Business Times · Jun 24, 2025

Chelsea: Enzo Maresca confirms wonderkid Kendry Paez with Blues at Club World Cup

The Ecuadorian has finally joined the squad two years after signing

Evening Standard · Jun 23, 2025

Retire in Ecuador for an Affordable, Rich Life

Ecuador offers one of the world’s most painless visa processes in a country rich with biodiversity.

Kiplinger · Jun 21, 2025

California is to examine its Amazon oil ties following pleas from Indigenous leaders from Ecuador

The California Senate has introduced a landmark resolution to have the state examine its crude imports from the Amazon, following a visit this week by Indigenous leaders from Ecuador who urged lawmakers to help stop oil expansion in their territories

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025

What the Ecuadorian media said about Celtic target after display vs Brazil

The Ecuadorian media weren't shy in their praise of Celtic target Nilson Angulo after his performance in the country's goalless draw with Brazil…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 11, 2025

Ecuador Defeats Peru, Securing Spot in Next World Cup

Ecuador have officially qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a 0–0 draw with Peru. While La Tri celebrate their unbeaten run, Peru face the harsh reality of fading hopes and a needed generational shift.

International Business Times UK · Jun 11, 2025