A rare shark species has been spotted near the Galapagos Islands for the first time in two decades, prompting researchers to study its movements for conservation efforts.

The BBC has reported on the 'cocaine superhighway' extending from Ecuador to Europe, detailing the operations of gangs and the ongoing police efforts to combat this illicit trade. The report highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement in disrupting these routes.

Italian Ambassador to Ecuador, Giovanni Davoli, inaugurated a training seminar in Quito for legal professionals, focusing on investigative mechanisms, judicial decision-making, and responses to illicit activities related to mineral extraction.

A 'cocaine super-highway' stretching from Ecuador to Europe is under surveillance by police, as reported by the BBC. This route highlights the significant flow of illegal drugs from South America to the European continent.

Ecuador is facing a severe crisis due to escalating conflicts between drug gangs, with reports indicating a cycle of violence where 'death is paid with death.' Authorities are confronting gang members at the heart of the country's drug battle.

Scientists in Ecuador have announced the genetic identification of 8,000 new insect species within a protected forest in the Chocó Andino region, a designated World Biosphere Reserve.

Illegal mining operations are expanding in the Amazon, particularly in Ecuador, where at least seven protected areas are gold-extractivism hotspots, leading to threats against park rangers by armed groups.

On the front lines of Ecuador's drug war, police forces are fighting against powerful gangs, widespread gun violence, and internal corruption.

Ecuadorian police are on the front lines of the country's drug war, confronting gang members and battling widespread corruption. They face significant challenges from organized crime and internal issues.