The president of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, ignited a new regional controversy after denouncing an alleged incursion by Colombian guerrilla fighters on the northern border, which he directly linked to the government of Gustavo Petro.
Through a public message, the Ecuadorian president assured that several sources confirmed the entry of armed groups from Colombian territory, which generated an immediate reaction at the political level. Noboa said that his government will take measures to protect national sovereignty and ensure the safety of the population in border areas
.“We will protect our border and our population,” said the president, in a context where Ecuador is facing a growing security crisis linked to drug trafficking and the actions of criminal organizations.
However, the strongest point of his statement was the direct message to his Colombian counterpart. “President Petro, dedicate yourself to improving the lives of your people instead of wanting to export problems to neighboring countries,” said Noboa, raising
the tone of the diplomatic conflict.The border between Ecuador and Colombia has historically been a sensitive area, with the presence of illegal armed groups, drug trafficking and illegal economies. In recent months, concern about the possible movement of these organizations to Ecuadorian territory has been increasing
