Ecuador’s Prison Massacres Expose Failed Security Policies Amid Rising Criminal Chaos

In just three days, Ecuador’s prison system was shattered by two savage massacres that claimed at least 31 lives, including guards—a grim reminder that even military intervention can fail against entrenched criminal violence. This tragic cycle is not isolated; it echoes a broader breakdown of law and order that threatens regional stability and underscores the urgent need for effective leadership aligned with national sovereignty. How Did Military Control Fail So Quickly? President Daniel Noboa’s decision to militarize Ecuador’s prisons was meant to restore state control after years of gang dominance. Yet, barely months into this policy, two deadly attacks have...