Ecuador, US seize 4 tons of drugs in Pacific, hit Los Choneros vessels

Joint US and Ecuadorian counter-narcotics operations in the Pacific have intensified, resulting in the seizure of approximately four tons of drugs and the destruction of multiple vessels linked to the Los Choneros cartel. While the specific drugs and full operational details remain unclear, these actions indicate increased pressure on maritime trafficking routes from Ecuador's coast. The alleged involvement of the CIA and an upcoming visit by the U.S. Secretary of State suggest a potential escalation in U.S. interdiction efforts.