Topic
6 articles
Ecuador came from behind to defeat Germany 2-1 in a dramatic Group E clash, clinching a spot in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 as one of the best third-placed teams. Gonzalo Plata's 77th-minute winner sealed the comeback and sparked emotional celebrations.
A Polish anti-corruption activist investigating allegations linked to the family business of Ecuador's president has been murdered. Monika Silva Koniuszek, 41, was found dead in her home, with an autopsy revealing a blow to the head and strangulation, contradicting official suicide claims. Friends say she had received death threats linked to criminal networks.
Amad Diallo scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time to give Ivory Coast a dramatic 1-0 win over Ecuador in the World Cup. The African side, appearing for the first time in 12 years, now have a strong chance of reaching the knockout stage.
Ecuador, once Latin America's safest country, has become a violent hotspot as international drug gangs vie for control of cocaine routes. President Daniel Noboa has deployed the military to combat the violence, but at least 51 people have disappeared in those operations, prompting human rights abuse allegations.
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa vowed to hunt down and extradite organized crime figures, citing the extradition of 12 crime lords and the seizure of nearly 300 tons of drugs as proof of his tough approach. However, analysts warn that violence remains at unprecedented levels and his methods risk overreach.
Ecuador is experiencing a surge in forced disappearances, sparking concerns over security and the involvement of organized crime and state actors. Al Jazeera’s video examines the causes and impact of this troubling trend.
