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After two major earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, Ecuador activated assistance channels for Ecuadorians in the affected area. The update matters for residents with family or travel ties in Venezuela.
Three Ecuadorian nationals are among the first group of 15 migrants sent from the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo, arriving in Kinshasa on April 17, 2026. Ecuador's Foreign Ministry confirms they are housed in a hotel 'in good condition.' The arrangement is described as temporary, with permits lasting 6 to 12 months.