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.
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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.
Trump proposed military strikes on Venezuelan drug boats
Former President Donald Trump reportedly suggested attacking Venezuelan drug boats with US military strikes during a private meeting, raising concerns about his foreign policy approach.
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.
US revokes thousands of Mexican visas in cartel crackdown
The US government has cancelled approximately 8,500 Mexican visas in a dramatic escalation of Trump's anti-cartel campaign, sparking diplomatic tensions and travel chaos.
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.
Mexico's Day of Terror: Cartel Violence Erupts Nationwide
Shocking reports emerge of coordinated cartel attacks across Mexico, leaving a trail of destruction and multiple casualties in what authorities are calling one of the most violent days in recent memory.
Trump's deadly force cartel plan divides Republicans
Republican senators are divided over Donald Trump's controversial proposal to authorise lethal military force against Mexican drug cartels, raising constitutional and diplomatic concerns.
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.
Noem: Cartels control Chicago neighbourhoods
Republican firebrand Kristi Noem asserts Mexican drug cartels have established control over parts of Chicago, sparking fresh debate about border security and urban crime.
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.
Trump Declares War on Mexican Drug Cartels
Donald Trump announces unprecedented military action against Mexican drug cartels, declaring them terrorist organisations and authorising US forces to pursue them across borders in dramatic policy shift.
Trump's Caribbean drug cartel crackdown begins
The Trump administration unveils aggressive new strategy targeting Caribbean narcotics networks amid soaring US overdose crisis, deploying military assets and sanctions.
Exclusive Footage: Inside a Colombian Narco-Submarine
Exclusive video evidence reveals the sophisticated, cramped, and perilous world of narco-submarines used by Colombian cartels to transport tonnes of cocaine across the ocean to global markets.
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.
How Ireland's Tiny Navy Fuels UK's Cocaine Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how South American cartels exploit Ireland's minimal naval presence, with just eight ships, to flood Britain with cocaine via a new 'Atlantic Route'.
Trump's Fighter Jet Proposal for Puerto Rico Drug Cartels
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly suggested deploying fighter aircraft to combat drug trafficking from Puerto Rico to Venezuela in a private donor meeting, raising constitutional and diplomatic alarms.
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.
Pete Hegseth's stark warning to Venezuelan narco-traffickers
Fox & Friends host Pete Hegseth delivers a stark warning to narco-traffickers in Venezuela, vowing a relentless US-led hunt if they threaten American sovereignty, in a fiery on-air monologue.
Trump: Use Navy to "Take Out" Drug Traffickers' Boats
In a radical speech, former President Donald Trump called for a military-style naval offensive against drug cartels, suggesting the US should 'go out and shoot' and 'take out the boats' in a controversial escalation of the war on drugs.
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.
Trump 'Wanted Military Action Against Venezuela' - Report
Explosive new report claims former President Donald Trump repeatedly suggested to his aides that the US military should invade Venezuela to combat drug cartels and overthrow Nicolás Maduro.
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