The U.S. is designating Ecuador's largest gangs as terrorists
Summary
The United States has labeled two major gangs in Ecuador, Los Lobos and Los Choneros, as foreign terrorist organizations. This decision enables the U.S. to freeze their assets and share intelligence with Ecuador to combat these gangs. During the announcement, the U.S. also promised financial and technological support to help Ecuador fight organized crime.Key Facts
- The U.S. labeled two Ecuadorian gangs as terrorist organizations.
- These gangs are Los Lobos and Los Choneros.
- This allows the U.S. to freeze their assets and share intelligence with Ecuador.
- The U.S. pledged $13.5 million in security assistance and $6 million in drone technology to Ecuador.
- Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has declared a "war" on organized crime.
- About 70% of the world's cocaine passes through Ecuador now.
- The surge in violence is linked to increased cartel activity.
- Noboa seeks more foreign involvement and proposed a referendum for foreign military bases in Ecuador.
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