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.
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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.
Catherine Connolly: Ireland's First Independent President
In a groundbreaking political shift, Catherine Connolly becomes Ireland's first independent president, promising radical change and challenging the political establishment.
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.
Beauty Queen Enters F1 Presidential Race Amid Photo Controversy
Former Miss International contestant enters F1 presidential race amid controversy over modelling past, creating dramatic showdown for motorsport's top administrative role.
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.
Trump's UK State Visit Begins Amid Pomp and Protest
Donald Trump's controversial UK state visit is underway. The US President was greeted with a Royal Guard welcome at Buckingham Palace, while thousands of protesters gathered in central London to voice their opposition.
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.
Biden's Head Scar After Skin Cancer Surgery Analysed
US President Joe Biden has been pictured with a visible scar on his forehead following a successful Mohs surgery to remove a basal cell carcinoma. The procedure, common in the UK, is highly effective for skin cancer treatment.
Biden's cancerous lesion successfully removed, White House confirms
Doctors successfully remove cancerous lesion from US President Joe Biden's chest during routine physical examination. White House confirms no further treatment required.
Trump Urges National Guard Deployment to Curb US Crime
Ex-President Donald Trump makes a controversial call for the military to tackle violent crime in New Orleans and other major US cities, echoing his hardline 2017 policies.
Northwestern University President Resigns Over Trump Funding Cuts
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
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