Ecuador’s Leadership Stands Firm Against Violent Unrest Threatening National Stability

In a decisive stand that underscores the vital importance of national sovereignty and rule of law, Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa issued a stern warning this weekend against any attempt to seize the capital city of Quito by force. Amid escalating protests led by indigenous groups protesting diesel price increases, Noboa made clear that those who resort to violence will face legal consequences. “No one can take the capital of all Ecuadorians by force,” he declared on social media, sending a message that resonates beyond Ecuador’s borders—reminding Americans why strong governance is critical to maintain order at home and abroad. Can...