US and European armies should join our war on gangs, Ecuador president tells BBC

Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa is calling for US, European, and Brazilian armies to join the fight against criminal gangs, particularly in combating drug trafficking routes. He wants US President Donald Trump to designate Ecuadorean gangs as terrorist groups and is seeking foreign military aid to address escalating violence in the country. Noboa has faced criticism for his tough tactics, including a partnership with Erik Prince, founder of Blackwater, to combat gang activity. Despite concerns about past controversies, Noboa emphasizes the need for international support to tackle the growing threat posed by criminal organizations in Ecuador.

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