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ECUADOR: Politician murders to undermine security push
ECUADOR: Killing will prompt increased security push
The crisis of insecurity in Ecuador, in particular, has raised concerns in neighbouring countries about the activities of drug trafficking mafias as well as other forms of illegal…
Security officials blame the spike in violence on the influence of drug trafficking organisations (DTOs), which have long transited the country but which increasingly are vying to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285078
ISSN: 2633-304X
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ECUADOR: Crime crisis presents major test for Noboa
The army now has a central role in combating crime groups, 22 of which have been categorised as terrorist organisations. The move has been widely welcomed, but militarisation…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284671
ISSN: 2633-304X
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ECUADOR: Third murder will heighten election fears
ECUADOR: Bombing raises urban drug violence concerns
COLOMBIA: New data will reinforce Petro’s drug stance
Violent crime has increased dramatically across Ecuador in recent years as street gangs and drug cartels have strengthened, especially in the coastal region. The Guayaquil attack…