Ecuador Military Operations Against Illegal Mining in Imbabura Province
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Updated Sep 23
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What happened
The Defense Ministry stated that the Ecuadorian Army intensified fire-support operations in Imbabura Province on September 21, 2026. The operations targeted two illegal mining sectors, specifically Mina Olivo and Mina Vieja, located in Buenos Aires parish of Urcuquí canton. The military confirmed the use of BM-21 multiple rocket launch systems during these operations.
From riotimesonline.com
Why it matters
The operations were conducted under the authority of the Security Bloc, the joint military and police command. The stated aim of the operations was to cut the logistics of criminal groups that were consolidating control over these illegal mining sectors.
From riotimesonline.com
Who's involved
- EcuadorSovereign state conducting military operations against criminal groups
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The entities involved
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Ecuador
sovereign state in South America
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Imbabura Province
province of Ecuador
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