US Troops Join Ecuador’s Drug War
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US troops join Ecuador’s drug war
American military personnel joined Ecuador’s security forces in raids and arrests around the country targeting alleged drug traffickers, as the Trump administration steps up its hands-on involvement in fighting Latin America’s criminal groups.
U.S. Troops Conduct Ground Operations in Ecuador’s Drug War, Officials Say
U.S. military personnel are conducting ground-level counter-drug operations in Ecuador, according to U.S. and Ecuadorian officials, marking a shift from previous aerial and maritime interdiction efforts in the region. The operations began in early March 2026 and focus on training, advising, and joint patrols with Ecuadorian security forces, officials said [1]. U.S. Southern Command announced […]
These events occur in parallel with the presence of U.S. troops and military works at Taura Air Base in Guayas province. Critical sectors point out that these activities are in contravention of article 5 of the Constitution of Ecuador.
US-Ecuadorian military cooperation has entered a new phase with the direct participation of American soldiers in raids against suspected drug trafficking networks. Previously, US support was primarily limited to intelligence, training, and logistical assistance. In recent days, Ecuador has witnessed joint security operations targeting criminal networks in several regions, including the area surrounding Guayaquil. […] The post US Soldiers in Rai…
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