Los Rios

Los Rios is one of four coastal provinces in Ecuador currently under a state of exception and curfew due to a significant military operation. This operation, dubbed "Offensive Totale," involves 35,000 military personnel and police forces targeting organized armed groups and organized crime linked to drug trafficking. The Ecuadorian government, with support from the US, is attempting to dismantle the 'criminal economy' operating within these provinces. Recent news focuses on the conclusion of a 15-day phase of this offensive and warnings from the Interior Minister for residents to adhere to the curfew to avoid 'collateral damage'. The situation highlights Ecuador's struggle to combat rising crime and drug-related violence, making Los Rios a focal point in the nation's security efforts.