Glaeldys González
@glaeldys.bsky.social
Analyst, South Andes @crisisgroup.org
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Paradise Lost? Ecuador’s Battle with Organised Crime | International Crisis Group
For decades, Ecuador was an oasis of calm as its South American neighbours descended into drug-related crime and conflict. No longer. Without a stronger social safety net and a firmer anti-corruption ...
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Nearly two years into Ecuador's self-declared “internal armed conflict”, the country still struggles to contain soaring levels of violence.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
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Ecuador's descent into violence offers lessons for the region about how quickly organized crime can spread, w devastating effects for civilians.
My @crisisgroup.org colleague @glaeldys.bsky.social explains what happened, how gov has responded, what comes next.
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
My @crisisgroup.org colleague @glaeldys.bsky.social explains what happened, how gov has responded, what comes next.
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
Paradise Lost? Ecuador’s Battle with Organised Crime | International Crisis Group
For decades, Ecuador was an oasis of calm as its South American neighbours descended into drug-related crime and conflict. No longer. Without a stronger social safety net and a firmer anti-corruption ...
www.crisisgroup.org
November 12, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Ecuador's descent into violence offers lessons for the region about how quickly organized crime can spread, w devastating effects for civilians.
My @crisisgroup.org colleague @glaeldys.bsky.social explains what happened, how gov has responded, what comes next.
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
My @crisisgroup.org colleague @glaeldys.bsky.social explains what happened, how gov has responded, what comes next.
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
Nearly two years into Ecuador's self-declared “internal armed conflict”, the country still struggles to contain soaring levels of violence.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
Paradise Lost? Ecuador’s Battle with Organised Crime | International Crisis Group
For decades, Ecuador was an oasis of calm as its South American neighbours descended into drug-related crime and conflict. No longer. Without a stronger social safety net and a firmer anti-corruption ...
www.crisisgroup.org
November 12, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Nearly two years into Ecuador's self-declared “internal armed conflict”, the country still struggles to contain soaring levels of violence.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
Our latest report examines the drivers behind Ecuador’s homicide surge and evaluates the government’s militarized response to organized crime.
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📸 Ensayo Fotográfico | Vidas al límite: realidades cotidianas en un mundo devastado por los conflictos
Una exposición fotográfica conmemora el 30º aniversario de @crisisgroup.org y muestra imágenes capturadas por sus analistas durante investigaciones de campo.
Una exposición fotográfica conmemora el 30º aniversario de @crisisgroup.org y muestra imágenes capturadas por sus analistas durante investigaciones de campo.
Vidas al límite: realidades cotidianas en un mundo devastado por los conflictos | International Crisis Group
Una exposición fotográfica celebrada en el Servicio Europeo de Acción Exterior (EEAS, por su sigla en inglés) conmemora el 30º aniversario de Crisis Group y muestra fotografías tomadas por sus analist...
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September 24, 2025 at 4:13 PM
📸 Ensayo Fotográfico | Vidas al límite: realidades cotidianas en un mundo devastado por los conflictos
Una exposición fotográfica conmemora el 30º aniversario de @crisisgroup.org y muestra imágenes capturadas por sus analistas durante investigaciones de campo.
Una exposición fotográfica conmemora el 30º aniversario de @crisisgroup.org y muestra imágenes capturadas por sus analistas durante investigaciones de campo.
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Entering a polarizing election year, & 9yrs after the 2016 peace accord, Colombia’s transitional court laid down its long-awaited first sentences against leadership of the former FARC.
🧵 on what this means for a refreshed debate about balancing justice & peace
www.jep.gov.co/Sala-de-Pren...
🧵 on what this means for a refreshed debate about balancing justice & peace
www.jep.gov.co/Sala-de-Pren...
September 16, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Entering a polarizing election year, & 9yrs after the 2016 peace accord, Colombia’s transitional court laid down its long-awaited first sentences against leadership of the former FARC.
🧵 on what this means for a refreshed debate about balancing justice & peace
www.jep.gov.co/Sala-de-Pren...
🧵 on what this means for a refreshed debate about balancing justice & peace
www.jep.gov.co/Sala-de-Pren...
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🚨 Today we’re launching eEARTH - @crisisgroup.org
’s new early warning system for resource-related conflict.
Built on years of climate-security work, eEARTH combines data monitoring and field expertise to spot risks around the world before escalation.
eearth.io?utm_source=b...
’s new early warning system for resource-related conflict.
Built on years of climate-security work, eEARTH combines data monitoring and field expertise to spot risks around the world before escalation.
eearth.io?utm_source=b...
September 15, 2025 at 2:19 PM
🚨 Today we’re launching eEARTH - @crisisgroup.org
’s new early warning system for resource-related conflict.
Built on years of climate-security work, eEARTH combines data monitoring and field expertise to spot risks around the world before escalation.
eearth.io?utm_source=b...
’s new early warning system for resource-related conflict.
Built on years of climate-security work, eEARTH combines data monitoring and field expertise to spot risks around the world before escalation.
eearth.io?utm_source=b...
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Today marks a year since the Sinaloa Cartel’s two largest factions, Chapitos and Mayos, fell into a deadly wave of infighting after the former kidnapped and rendered “El Mayo” Zambada to U.S. authorities. I visited the state recently for @crisisgroup.org and this is some of what I saw.
September 9, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Today marks a year since the Sinaloa Cartel’s two largest factions, Chapitos and Mayos, fell into a deadly wave of infighting after the former kidnapped and rendered “El Mayo” Zambada to U.S. authorities. I visited the state recently for @crisisgroup.org and this is some of what I saw.
On his first visit to Ecuador, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed full support on security.
He announced the designation of Los Lobos and Los Choneros as terrorist groups, pledged $13.5M to fight org crime, and suggested a possible U.S. military presence to address shared threats.
He announced the designation of Los Lobos and Los Choneros as terrorist groups, pledged $13.5M to fight org crime, and suggested a possible U.S. military presence to address shared threats.
September 4, 2025 at 5:16 PM
On his first visit to Ecuador, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed full support on security.
He announced the designation of Los Lobos and Los Choneros as terrorist groups, pledged $13.5M to fight org crime, and suggested a possible U.S. military presence to address shared threats.
He announced the designation of Los Lobos and Los Choneros as terrorist groups, pledged $13.5M to fight org crime, and suggested a possible U.S. military presence to address shared threats.
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Tensions between the US and Venezuela have sparked growing concern in #Colombia about the possible spillover of any destabilization in Caracas.
As a taste of what may come, a short🧵on the changing armed group dynamics along the 2,200km border 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
As a taste of what may come, a short🧵on the changing armed group dynamics along the 2,200km border 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
U.S. “Anti-Drugs” Strike Stirs Fears of Venezuela Intervention | International Crisis Group
A U.S. attack in the Caribbean hit a vessel allegedly carrying drugs the Trump administration said were linked to a “narco-terrorist organisation” headed by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. In thi...
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September 3, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Tensions between the US and Venezuela have sparked growing concern in #Colombia about the possible spillover of any destabilization in Caracas.
As a taste of what may come, a short🧵on the changing armed group dynamics along the 2,200km border 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
As a taste of what may come, a short🧵on the changing armed group dynamics along the 2,200km border 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
Historic elections in Bolivia.
Surprise frontrunner Senator Rodrigo Paz, son of ex-president Jaime Paz Zamora, leads the vote and heads to a runoff with former president Jorge Quiroga.
MAS loses nearly 20 years of dominance, and the left is out of the race.
Surprise frontrunner Senator Rodrigo Paz, son of ex-president Jaime Paz Zamora, leads the vote and heads to a runoff with former president Jorge Quiroga.
MAS loses nearly 20 years of dominance, and the left is out of the race.
August 18, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Historic elections in Bolivia.
Surprise frontrunner Senator Rodrigo Paz, son of ex-president Jaime Paz Zamora, leads the vote and heads to a runoff with former president Jorge Quiroga.
MAS loses nearly 20 years of dominance, and the left is out of the race.
Surprise frontrunner Senator Rodrigo Paz, son of ex-president Jaime Paz Zamora, leads the vote and heads to a runoff with former president Jorge Quiroga.
MAS loses nearly 20 years of dominance, and the left is out of the race.
🇧🇴 Bolivia will hold general elections this Sunday that could mark a turning point in the nation’s trajectory.
Voters will elect a new President, Vice President, and all members of the legislature for the 2025–2030 term. 🧵
Voters will elect a new President, Vice President, and all members of the legislature for the 2025–2030 term. 🧵
August 15, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🇧🇴 Bolivia will hold general elections this Sunday that could mark a turning point in the nation’s trajectory.
Voters will elect a new President, Vice President, and all members of the legislature for the 2025–2030 term. 🧵
Voters will elect a new President, Vice President, and all members of the legislature for the 2025–2030 term. 🧵
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NUEVA PUBLICACIÓN | La maldición del oro: Minería y violencia en el sur de Venezuela
La minería ilegal de oro está causando estragos en el sur de Venezuela. Aunque es difícil persuadir a Caracas, los gobiernos extranjeros deben presionar por medidas para frenar los daños que conlleva.
La minería ilegal de oro está causando estragos en el sur de Venezuela. Aunque es difícil persuadir a Caracas, los gobiernos extranjeros deben presionar por medidas para frenar los daños que conlleva.
La maldición del oro: Minería y violencia en el sur de Venezuela | International Crisis Group
La minería ilegal de oro está generando un daño cada vez mayor en el sur de Venezuela, a su delicado ecosistema y a su población. Frenar este daño es responsabilidad del gobierno de Caracas. Los gobie...
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July 29, 2025 at 3:17 PM
NUEVA PUBLICACIÓN | La maldición del oro: Minería y violencia en el sur de Venezuela
La minería ilegal de oro está causando estragos en el sur de Venezuela. Aunque es difícil persuadir a Caracas, los gobiernos extranjeros deben presionar por medidas para frenar los daños que conlleva.
La minería ilegal de oro está causando estragos en el sur de Venezuela. Aunque es difícil persuadir a Caracas, los gobiernos extranjeros deben presionar por medidas para frenar los daños que conlleva.
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Esta semana, con @glaeldys.bsky.social, hemos tenido el privilegio de estar en Quito conversando con distintos sectores acerca de la situación de seguridad y cómo el país está enfrentando la rápida y alarmante erupción de la violencia del crimen organizado en Ecuador.
July 9, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Esta semana, con @glaeldys.bsky.social, hemos tenido el privilegio de estar en Quito conversando con distintos sectores acerca de la situación de seguridad y cómo el país está enfrentando la rápida y alarmante erupción de la violencia del crimen organizado en Ecuador.
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On the Horizon sounds the alarm about conflicts and crises that may emerge or escalate over the next three to six months.
In our new edition we focus on #BurkinaFaso, #Iraq, the #KoreanPeninsula, and the #Taiwan Strait ⬇️
www.crisisgroup.org/burkina-faso...
In our new edition we focus on #BurkinaFaso, #Iraq, the #KoreanPeninsula, and the #Taiwan Strait ⬇️
www.crisisgroup.org/burkina-faso...
On the Horizon: June-November 2025 | International Crisis Group
This edition of On the Horizon includes entries on Burkina Faso, Iraq, the Korean Peninsula and the Taiwan Strait, sounding the alarm about conflicts and crises that may emerge or escalate in the next...
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June 27, 2025 at 1:15 PM
On the Horizon sounds the alarm about conflicts and crises that may emerge or escalate over the next three to six months.
In our new edition we focus on #BurkinaFaso, #Iraq, the #KoreanPeninsula, and the #Taiwan Strait ⬇️
www.crisisgroup.org/burkina-faso...
In our new edition we focus on #BurkinaFaso, #Iraq, the #KoreanPeninsula, and the #Taiwan Strait ⬇️
www.crisisgroup.org/burkina-faso...
Rising Pre-Election Tensions in Bolivia
Bolivia faces escalating unrest as road blockades by organisations aligned with former president Evo Morales enter day 11.
Protesters cite the economic crisis as their main grievance and are demanding President Arce’s resignation. 1/6
Bolivia faces escalating unrest as road blockades by organisations aligned with former president Evo Morales enter day 11.
Protesters cite the economic crisis as their main grievance and are demanding President Arce’s resignation. 1/6
June 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Rising Pre-Election Tensions in Bolivia
Bolivia faces escalating unrest as road blockades by organisations aligned with former president Evo Morales enter day 11.
Protesters cite the economic crisis as their main grievance and are demanding President Arce’s resignation. 1/6
Bolivia faces escalating unrest as road blockades by organisations aligned with former president Evo Morales enter day 11.
Protesters cite the economic crisis as their main grievance and are demanding President Arce’s resignation. 1/6
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The brazen assassination attempt against Sen Miguel Uribe has raised fears in Colombia that the country could slip back into darker times.
The attack was a show of audacity by as yet unknown interests, who feel confident striking at highest levels 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
The attack was a show of audacity by as yet unknown interests, who feel confident striking at highest levels 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
Assassination Attempt on Top Politician Stirs Colombian Anxieties | International Crisis Group
Crisis Group expert Elizabeth Dickinson on the aftermath of a bid to kill Senator Miguel Uribe, carried out by a 14-year-old hired gun.
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June 9, 2025 at 6:24 PM
The brazen assassination attempt against Sen Miguel Uribe has raised fears in Colombia that the country could slip back into darker times.
The attack was a show of audacity by as yet unknown interests, who feel confident striking at highest levels 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
The attack was a show of audacity by as yet unknown interests, who feel confident striking at highest levels 👇
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
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Following Sunday’s elections, Mexico’s ruling party gained control over the country’s high courts. But this happened with a low 13% turnout. My quick take for @crisisgroup.org on what this implies:
Low Turnout Mars Mexico’s Bid to Elect Its Judges | International Crisis Group
Crisis Group expert David Mora on the effects of victory for pro-government candidates in the country’s landmark judicial polls
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June 6, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Following Sunday’s elections, Mexico’s ruling party gained control over the country’s high courts. But this happened with a low 13% turnout. My quick take for @crisisgroup.org on what this implies:
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On Sunday, Mexico will be choosing close to 2,600 judges – a first in the country and the world. The election has been deeply dividing and turnout will be low. In this @crisisgroup.org Q&A we dive into the controversial move and the potential outcomes for the violence crisis and sky-high impunity.
A People’s Court? Weighing Mexico’s First Elections for Judges | International Crisis Group
Mexico will soon become the only country in the world to elect all its judges. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert David Mora explains the rationale behind the initiative – and its many potential pitfall...
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May 28, 2025 at 12:19 PM
On Sunday, Mexico will be choosing close to 2,600 judges – a first in the country and the world. The election has been deeply dividing and turnout will be low. In this @crisisgroup.org Q&A we dive into the controversial move and the potential outcomes for the violence crisis and sky-high impunity.
I spoke with @thetimes.com for a video explainer on Ecuador's war on drugs, examining how the country became a hub for the cocaine trade, Noboa's approach to combating drug trafficking, and whether the crackdown has been effective.👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULfJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULfJ...
Inside Ecuador’s Bloody War On Drugs | Times Explains
YouTube video by Times Originals
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May 27, 2025 at 2:57 PM
I spoke with @thetimes.com for a video explainer on Ecuador's war on drugs, examining how the country became a hub for the cocaine trade, Noboa's approach to combating drug trafficking, and whether the crackdown has been effective.👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULfJ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULfJ...
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Mientras Europa intensifica su lucha contra el crimen organizado, debe tener en cuenta que produce una doble problemática:
La oferta de drogas a los consumidores y el recrudecimiento de la violencia contra la población civil
Escribo para @latam.crisisgroup.org
www.crisisgroup.org/es/latin-ame...
La oferta de drogas a los consumidores y el recrudecimiento de la violencia contra la población civil
Escribo para @latam.crisisgroup.org
www.crisisgroup.org/es/latin-ame...
Latinoamérica: La guerra de Europa contra las drogas debe ser diferente | International Crisis Group
Los flujos de drogas ilícitas desde América Latina a Europa han provocado estallidos de violencia a ambos lados del Atlántico. En este extracto del Watch List 2025 – Actualización de primavera, Crisi...
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May 22, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Mientras Europa intensifica su lucha contra el crimen organizado, debe tener en cuenta que produce una doble problemática:
La oferta de drogas a los consumidores y el recrudecimiento de la violencia contra la población civil
Escribo para @latam.crisisgroup.org
www.crisisgroup.org/es/latin-ame...
La oferta de drogas a los consumidores y el recrudecimiento de la violencia contra la población civil
Escribo para @latam.crisisgroup.org
www.crisisgroup.org/es/latin-ame...
Si te interesa la conflictividad en Ecuador, "Llamas: Observatorio Ecuatoriano de Conflictos" es una herramienta útil.
Monitorea enfrentamientos armados, violencia de género, xenofobia y más, ofreciendo análisis para entender mejor las dinámicas del país.
www.llamasuce.com/ecuador-en-l...
Monitorea enfrentamientos armados, violencia de género, xenofobia y más, ofreciendo análisis para entender mejor las dinámicas del país.
www.llamasuce.com/ecuador-en-l...
Ecuador en llamas | LLamas
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May 15, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Si te interesa la conflictividad en Ecuador, "Llamas: Observatorio Ecuatoriano de Conflictos" es una herramienta útil.
Monitorea enfrentamientos armados, violencia de género, xenofobia y más, ofreciendo análisis para entender mejor las dinámicas del país.
www.llamasuce.com/ecuador-en-l...
Monitorea enfrentamientos armados, violencia de género, xenofobia y más, ofreciendo análisis para entender mejor las dinámicas del país.
www.llamasuce.com/ecuador-en-l...
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El año pasado, empecé una investigación sobre reclutamiento de menores en Cauca.
Meses después, mataron al líder protagonista en la prevención y recuperación de niños.
Esa es la historia de Edgar Tumiña y su vocación: Sacar los niños de la guerra.
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Meses después, mataron al líder protagonista en la prevención y recuperación de niños.
Esa es la historia de Edgar Tumiña y su vocación: Sacar los niños de la guerra.
www.foreignaffairs.com/guest-pass/r...
Los Niños Raptados de Colombia
Bogotá debe redoblar esfuerzos para impedir que los grupos armados recluten a menores.
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May 13, 2025 at 1:48 AM
El año pasado, empecé una investigación sobre reclutamiento de menores en Cauca.
Meses después, mataron al líder protagonista en la prevención y recuperación de niños.
Esa es la historia de Edgar Tumiña y su vocación: Sacar los niños de la guerra.
www.foreignaffairs.com/guest-pass/r...
Meses después, mataron al líder protagonista en la prevención y recuperación de niños.
Esa es la historia de Edgar Tumiña y su vocación: Sacar los niños de la guerra.
www.foreignaffairs.com/guest-pass/r...
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Armed groups in #Colombia rely so heavily on child recruitment that in many areas, the war is over the kids.
Communities who stand in the way are targeted. Kids who resist or escape are killed.
Our @crisisgroup.org story, through eyes of Cauca's children🧵
www.foreignaffairs.com/north-americ...
Communities who stand in the way are targeted. Kids who resist or escape are killed.
Our @crisisgroup.org story, through eyes of Cauca's children🧵
www.foreignaffairs.com/north-americ...
Colombia’s Stolen Children
Bogotá must do more to stop armed groups from recruiting minors.
www.foreignaffairs.com
May 8, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Armed groups in #Colombia rely so heavily on child recruitment that in many areas, the war is over the kids.
Communities who stand in the way are targeted. Kids who resist or escape are killed.
Our @crisisgroup.org story, through eyes of Cauca's children🧵
www.foreignaffairs.com/north-americ...
Communities who stand in the way are targeted. Kids who resist or escape are killed.
Our @crisisgroup.org story, through eyes of Cauca's children🧵
www.foreignaffairs.com/north-americ...
@crisisgroup.org examined Trump's foreign policy across multiple regions during the first 100 days of his second term, evaluating its impact on peace and conflict.👇
www.crisisgroup.org/global-unite...
www.crisisgroup.org/global-unite...
Trump’s Turbulent First 100 Days: Views from Around the Globe | Crisis Group
Since taking office in late January, the second Trump administration has moved to upend a decades-old domestic and international order. Crisis Group takes stock of what the White House has done and ho...
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May 2, 2025 at 3:38 PM
@crisisgroup.org examined Trump's foreign policy across multiple regions during the first 100 days of his second term, evaluating its impact on peace and conflict.👇
www.crisisgroup.org/global-unite...
www.crisisgroup.org/global-unite...
#Ecuador Daniel Noboa secures the presidency for the 2025–2029 term with over 5 million votes. María José Pinto will serve as Vice President. 🧵
April 14, 2025 at 2:17 PM
#Ecuador Daniel Noboa secures the presidency for the 2025–2029 term with over 5 million votes. María José Pinto will serve as Vice President. 🧵
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Latin America Struggles for a Single Voice
@crisisgroup.org’s @elisabethmalkin.bsky.social on discontent with the Trump administration’s heavy hand as well as deep divisions at this week’s summit of regional leaders 🔽
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
@crisisgroup.org’s @elisabethmalkin.bsky.social on discontent with the Trump administration’s heavy hand as well as deep divisions at this week’s summit of regional leaders 🔽
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
Latin America Struggles for a Single Voice | Crisis Group
Crisis Group’s Elisabeth Malkin on discontent with the Trump administration’s heavy hand as well as deep divisions at this week’s summit of regional leaders
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April 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Latin America Struggles for a Single Voice
@crisisgroup.org’s @elisabethmalkin.bsky.social on discontent with the Trump administration’s heavy hand as well as deep divisions at this week’s summit of regional leaders 🔽
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...
@crisisgroup.org’s @elisabethmalkin.bsky.social on discontent with the Trump administration’s heavy hand as well as deep divisions at this week’s summit of regional leaders 🔽
www.crisisgroup.org/latin-americ...