Two Arrested in Murder of Ecuador Footballer Pineida
Ecuadorian police have detained two suspects over the killing of footballer Mario Pineida, a shooting that highlights the nation's escalating violent crime. Read the latest on this tragic case.
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Ecuador footballer Mario Pineida killed in targeted shooting
Former Ecuador international Mario Pineida was assassinated outside a butcher's shop in Guayaquil. The 33-year-old and his companion were targeted in a brutal attack caught on CCTV. Read the latest on the investigation.
Ecuador footballer Mario Pineida shot dead aged 33
Ecuador international Mario Pineida killed in a shooting in Guayaquil. The nation faces a record violent year as football mourns another tragic loss.
Ecuadorian footballer Mario Pineida shot dead in Guayaquil
Ecuadorian international Mario Pineida has been killed in a shooting in Guayaquil, as the nation faces a record year of homicides. Read more on the escalating crisis.
Ecuador Football Star Mario Pineida Killed in Shooting
Barcelona de Guayaquil defender Mario Pineida, 33, shot dead in Guayaquil as Ecuador faces record homicide rates. Read the latest on this tragic attack.
Ecuador drug lord arrested in Spain after faking death
Wilmer 'Pipo' Chavarria, Ecuador's most wanted trafficker, captured in Malaga years after staging his death. Joint operation exposes global drug network.
Drug lord who faked death caught in Spain
Ecuadorian drug lord Wilmer 'Pipo' Chavarria, who faked his death during COVID, has been arrested in Malaga. The Los Lobos leader coordinated global drug shipments from Spain.
Ecuador drug lord faked death, captured in Spain
Wilmer 'Pipo' Chavarria, leader of Los Lobos gang, arrested in Malaga years after faking death. Ecuador's president announces major capture amid referendum vote.
Chelsea agree deal for Ecuador teen Deinner Ordonez
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign 16-year-old Ecuador defender Deinner Ordonez from Independiente del Valle. He will join the Blues in 2028. Read more about Chelsea's transfer strategy.
Mexican forces raid hotel, arrest Ecuador football players
Shocking footage emerges showing Mexican special forces raiding a Jalisco hotel to detain two Ecuadorian national team players in a dramatic early-morning operation that's sparked international controversy.
US backs Ecuador and Colombia in Caribbean security crackdown
The United States commits to enhanced security cooperation with Ecuador and Colombia during high-level Washington talks, targeting Caribbean security threats and organised crime networks.
Ecuador indigenous leaders face state intimidation
Indigenous leaders and environmental activists in Ecuador report escalating government harassment and surveillance following their opposition to extractive industries in the Amazon.
Uruguay court rules against Colombia in maritime dispute
In a groundbreaking verdict, Uruguay's Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Ecuador in a complex maritime boundary case against Colombia, reshaping territorial waters in Latin America's Pacific region.
Explosions hit Ecuador bridges and mall in gang violence
Multiple explosions have shaken Ecuador, targeting critical infrastructure including bridges and a shopping mall, as the nation declares an 'internal armed conflict' against criminal gangs.
Four Cartels Wage Deadly War for Ecuador's Criminal Crown
Ecuador descends into chaos as rival cartels including Los Choneros and Los Lobos battle for dominance in a violent power struggle following a major gang leader's prison transfer.
Explosion in Ecuador's Guayaquil from pickup truck blast
A violent explosion tore through Ecuador's largest city Guayaquil after a pickup truck detonated, sending shockwaves through the community and raising security concerns.
Ecuador Blackout Sparks Deadly Prison Violence and Nationwide Chaos
A complete electrical grid failure has thrown Ecuador into turmoil, with prisons erupting in violence, hospitals operating on emergency power, and authorities scrambling to restore order amid widespread panic.
Chelsea's Caicedo injury nightmare: £115m star out for weeks
Mauricio Pochettino's midfield plans in turmoil as Moises Caicedo suffers serious injury during international duty with Ecuador, casting doubt over Chelsea's record signing availability.
Ecuador Protesters Storm Presidential Palace in Quito
Ecuador's capital descends into chaos as hundreds of demonstrators breach security and occupy key government buildings in dramatic anti-government protests.
Balogun brace leads USMNT to 3-0 win over Ecuador
Folarin Balogun's clinical double secured a convincing 3-0 win for the United States against Ecuador, offering promising signs under new manager Mauricio Pochettino's leadership in St. Louis.
Ecuador vs USA: World Cup Preview
As the 2026 World Cup looms, Ecuador and the US Men's National Team clash in a crucial friendly that could define both nations' tournament preparations. With key players returning and tactical battles brewing, this is more than just a warm-up.
Ecuador President Survives Motorcade Assassination Attempt
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa's security detail repelled a sophisticated attack on his motorcade in Guayaquil, highlighting the nation's escalating security crisis.
Police storm Ecuador university in diesel protest crackdown
Riot police in Ecuador have forcibly entered a major Quito university campus after demonstrators blocked roads in protest against soaring diesel prices, leading to multiple arrests and escalating tensions.
British Backpacker Paradise Terrorised by Cartels
Exclusive investigation reveals how violent cartels including the notorious 'Los Killers', led by a mass murderer and his glamorous girlfriend, have turned Ecuador's backpacking hotspots into zones of terror with live-streamed torture and executions.
Man found alive in suitcase at JFK Airport in trafficking horror
US Border Patrol agents at JFK Airport made a horrifying discovery when they found a living man crammed inside a suitcase on a flight from Ecuador. The shocking human trafficking attempt has sparked an international investigation.
New 'Zombie Wasp' Species Discovered In Ecuador
In a chilling discovery from Ecuador, scientists have identified a new genus of parasitic wasp that performs a real-life horror show, hijacking a spider's body to use as a protective 'zombie puppet' for its young.
Caicedo subbed off after mother storms pitch in Copa America
Liverpool and Chelsea transfer target Moises Caicedo was dramatically substituted after his mother stormed onto the pitch, demanding his removal during Ecuador's Copa America clash with Venezuela.
Arsenal and Liverpool Scout Hincapie vs Mac Allister Clash
Arsenal target Piero Hincapie is set for a direct showdown with Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister as Ecuador faces Argentina in a crucial World Cup qualifier, sparking intense Premier League scouting interest.
Messi Injury Scare: Substituted in Argentina vs Ecuador
Lionel Messi was substituted at half-time during Argentina's Copa America quarter-final against Ecuador due to a suspected right leg injury, sparking major concern for Inter Miami and fans worldwide.
Dramatic Video: 'Narco-Terrorist' Kingpin Captured in Raid
Exclusive video shows the moment notorious gang leader Fabricio Colón Pico is seized by elite troops in a major counter-terror operation. The raid is a significant blow to the cartels terrorising Ecuador.
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