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Ecuador Confirms the Release of the 16 Soldiers Who Were Held in the Midst of Indigenous Protests Against the Increase in the Price of Diesel

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Ecuador's defense minister, Gian Carlo Loffredo, referred to the fact as a "kidnapping" of the military.
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Ecuador's defense minister, Gian Carlo Loffredo, referred to the fact as a "kidnapping" of the military.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed the release of the 16 soldiers who were being held by indigenous demonstrators in the province of Imbabura. The recovery of the uniformed men took place in the evening of Tuesday, September 30, following mediation efforts with community leaders. According to the State portfolio, the soldiers were handed over to the authorities and immediately transferred to medical centers. Defense Minister Gian Carlo Loffredo c…

Little after a gena community in Imbabura announced that they are open to the dialogue with the Government of Ecuador, the Ministry of Defence informs about the release of the military held in the context of the national strike.

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fmmundo.com broke the news in on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
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