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Ecuadoran president Guillermo declares state of emergency in 4 provinces

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Ecuadorian President Guillermo Lasso declares a 30-day state of emergency in four provinces. He says there has been an escalation in violence during an indigenous protest. The Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (Conaie) is the largest indigenous group in South America. The president of Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso on Wednesday, proclaimed a 30-day state of … Read more

Indigenous protesters in Ecuador defy state of emergency

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Indigenous protesters in Ecuador defied a state of emergency, continuing with road blockages that are now on their sixth day. The demonstrations have blocked roads across the country, including highways leading into the capital Quito. Fuel prices have risen sharply since 2020, almost doubling for diesel and rising from $1 to $1.90 per gallon (3.8 … Read more