Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has declared that the nation is 'at war' with drug gangs following a surge in violence. The conflict escalated after gunmen briefly took over a television studio during a live broadcast and launched attacks against the government. In a dramatic turn of events, more than 130 prison guards are reportedly being held hostage by these gangs. The president's declaration comes in response to these recent incidents, including the TV station attack and multiple explosions in various cities across Ecuador.
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#Ecuador President Daniel Noboa says that his country is “at war” with drug gangs who are holding more than 130 prison guards hostage, amid a big surge in violence that saw gunmen briefly take over a TV live broadcast and explosions in multiple cities. https://t.co/ZfBp4WTbE3
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Ecuador is at war with drug gangs, President Daniel Noboa said, a day after gunmen took over a TV studio and launched a series of attacks against the government https://t.co/34H9y9cw7Q https://t.co/34H9y9cw7Q
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