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Ecuador Adds 10 Substances to Drug-Control List

Ecuador added 10 substances to its controlled list after warnings about synthetic-drug risks and abuse potential. The change also comes with a plan to create 24 provincial committees to coordinate drug policy in the territories.

Chip Moreno·6h ago

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Ecuador's 15-Day National Curfew Ended May 18 — 3,422 Detained, 378 Raids, 5.9 Tons of Drugs Seized

The nationwide nighttime curfew under Executive Decree 370 ended at 5:00 a.m. Monday, May 18, after 15 days. Authorities reported 3,422 people detained nationwide, 378 raids, 5.9 tons of drugs and 405 firearms seized. Here's the final picture and what changes now for foreign residents.

Chip Moreno·May 18, 2026