On Monday, President Daniel Noboa led the leadership change at Ecuador’s Casa Militar, appointing General Milton Rodríguez as the new chief. This transition reflects Ecuador’s ongoing battle against organized crime and rising violence. The country faces unprecedented security challenges during this critical time. Ecuador has transformed from one of South America’s safest countries to its […]
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