The tragedy happened 10 days before a pivotal election, on 20 August, that is set to shape the future of Ecuador – a country in turmoil amid nationwide violence. From our morning news briefing ...

In a local radio interview earlier this month, Noboa said his government was “already in talks” to receive foreign military ...

Noboa’s escalating tactics against the gangs come as Ecuador prepares for a run-off presidential vote next month. Noboa fell short of winning an outright majority in the country’s general ...