Tue, 21-Oct-2025

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

Ecuador’s President Lasso declares state of exception over protests

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Ecuador’s President, Guillermo Lasso, has declared a state of exception in three regions. Indigenous groups have been protesting against the government’s economic policies. Curfews will be in effect in Quito from 22:00 local time (03:00 GMT) until 05:00 on Saturday. QUITO – Ecuador’s President, Guillermo Lasso, has proclaimed a state of exception in three of … Read more