U.S. designates "Chone Killers" gang a terrorist organization
Summary
The U.S. has officially labeled the Ecuadorian gang "Chone Killers" as a foreign terrorist organization. This means the gang and its members can face U.S. sanctions and criminal charges. Ecuador supports this move to help fight violent gangs linked to drug trafficking.Key Facts
- The Chone Killers gang has attacked civilians, police, and government officials in Ecuador.
- The U.S. froze any assets the gang or its members have in U.S. territory.
- Ecuador's government praised the U.S. designation and continues to fight gangs with U.S. support.
- The Chone Killers are connected to Los Chineros, a gang already designated as a terrorist group by the U.S. in 2020.
- Ecuador has become a major cocaine trafficking center with gangs linked to Mexican and Colombian drug cartels.
- The U.S. and Ecuador conduct joint military operations against drug gangs and terrorist groups in the region.
- President Trump supports continued action against violent gangs and drug traffickers in Latin America.
- The Ecuadorian government has used curfews and the military to try to stop gang violence.
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