Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced on December 17, 2025, that a temporary operation has been activated in collaboration with the United States. This operation, which involves the Ecuadorian Air Force, is taking place in Manta as part of a long-term bilateral security strategy.
The initiative aims to identify and dismantle drug trafficking routes and to address those who have attempted to exert control over the country. President Noboa emphasized the support from the United States in this operation.
This development aligns with ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. For more information on related coverage, see the article on the U.S. Air Force"s deployment to Ecuador for drug trafficking mission.
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