Ecuador curfew first night: 218 detained as gang violence escalates

Ecuador's new curfew, imposed to curb surging organized crime, led to 218 detentions on its first night, with the coastal region hardest hit. The measure reflects an ongoing escalation of gang-related violence, though its effectiveness remains uncertain. The detentions signal a firm state response but also highlight the scale of the security challenge.

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