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Ecuador's President Faces Assassination Attempt: Five Arrested
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In a shocking incident, five individuals have been detained following an alleged assassination attempt on Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa during violent protests across the country.
Five people have been detained after an alleged attempted assassination of Ecuador's president, according to the government. About 500 individuals threw rocks at the car of President Daniel Noboa, leading to reports of signs of bullet damage on his vehicle, though Noboa was not harmed. Video evidence from the president's office depicts protesters targeting his car and showing three small holes in one of the windows, though the BBC has not independently confirmed gunfire.
The Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (Conaie), a key organization leading the national strikes, claims that the five detained individuals were arbitrarily apprehended. Those arrested are facing charges of terrorism and attempted assassination, as violent clashes related to the strikes have lasted for over two weeks.
These protests began after the government decided to end diesel subsidies, inciting anger and unrest among the population. Conaie insists that it is defending the rights of the indigenous community, while the government argues that the subsidy cuts will save $1.1 billion annually to benefit small-scale farmers and the transport sector.
Recent protests have involved marches and roadblocks throughout the nation, and last week, a convoy transporting Noboa along with senior diplomats was ambushed by protesters. Damage to vehicles in the convoy was posted on Noboa's social media, showing shattered glass. The violence has led to further calls of concern, with reports of injuries among the armed forces and at least one protester reportedly killed.
Conaie has condemned what they label as arbitrary detentions and violence from the government, while the government has classified the actions of the group as criminal. The organization has historical significance, having previously played a crucial role in the ousting of multiple presidents during periods of national unrest.
The Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (Conaie), a key organization leading the national strikes, claims that the five detained individuals were arbitrarily apprehended. Those arrested are facing charges of terrorism and attempted assassination, as violent clashes related to the strikes have lasted for over two weeks.
These protests began after the government decided to end diesel subsidies, inciting anger and unrest among the population. Conaie insists that it is defending the rights of the indigenous community, while the government argues that the subsidy cuts will save $1.1 billion annually to benefit small-scale farmers and the transport sector.
Recent protests have involved marches and roadblocks throughout the nation, and last week, a convoy transporting Noboa along with senior diplomats was ambushed by protesters. Damage to vehicles in the convoy was posted on Noboa's social media, showing shattered glass. The violence has led to further calls of concern, with reports of injuries among the armed forces and at least one protester reportedly killed.
Conaie has condemned what they label as arbitrary detentions and violence from the government, while the government has classified the actions of the group as criminal. The organization has historical significance, having previously played a crucial role in the ousting of multiple presidents during periods of national unrest.