Summary
Five people in Ecuador have been arrested for allegedly trying to assassinate President Daniel Noboa. A large group of people threw rocks at his car, and there were signs of bullet damage, though the president was unharmed. The arrests happened during ongoing protests against the government's decision to end diesel subsidies.
Key Facts
- Ecuador arrested five people for allegedly trying to assassinate President Daniel Noboa.
- The incident involved about 500 people throwing rocks at the president's car.
- The government's report included signs of bullet damage on the vehicle.
- President Noboa was not injured during the attack.
- The arrested individuals will face charges of terrorism and attempted assassination.
- Ecuador has faced protests after the government ended diesel subsidies, affecting many people.
- The country's largest indigenous group, Conaie, is leading the protests and disputes the arrests.
- Past demonstrations by Conaie have resulted in the overthrow of three previous presidents.
