Vom beliebten Urlaubsland zum Hotspot in Trumps Drogenkrieg

Ecuador has become the leading cocaine export hub globally, surpassing all other nations, prompting President Noboa to become the first regional leader to formally request U.S. military assistance from the Trump administration in combating drug cartels. The article explores whether U.S. military aid will be effective in curbing cartel power, noting the complexity of the underlying factors. Ecuador's transformation from a popular tourist destination to a narco-trafficking hotspot is examined.