Ecuador

VP of Ecuador in Samaria:

'I support you, there is light in the darkness'

Head of the Samaria Council hosted the Vice President of Ecuador on her first visit to Judea and Samaria. "The beginning of a strategic relationship"

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Armed men interrupt live TV broadcast in Ecuador

Hooded and armed men interrupt live television broadcast in Ecuador amid spate of violence in the country. Police later overtake the armed men.

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Six Colombians arrested over assassination of candidate

Authorities in Ecuador arrest six Colombian nationals as suspects in assassination of Fernando Villavicencio.

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Presidential candidate shot dead during campaign event

Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio shot dead in northern Quito. President: This will not remain unpunished.

Israeli on post-army trip falls to death from Mt. Cotopaxi

Family informed after Israeli man visiting Ecuador after completing his army service falls to his death while on mountain hike.

Israel, Ecuador, discuss cooperation on public security

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett meets with Ecuadoran President Guillermo Lasso.

"Historic visit"

Herzog hosts dinner in honor of President of Ecuador

President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog host President Guillermo Lasso of Ecuador and First Lady María de Lourdes Alcívar.

Ecuador President arrives in Israel, will visit Yad Vashem

President Isaac Herzog welcomes President Guillermo Lasso of the Republic of Ecuador on historic state visit in Israel.

At least 24 killed in Ecuador landslide

At least 24 people killed in Quito, Ecuador in a landslide following rains.

Ecuador ex-president held under house arrest in corruption probe

Ecuador judge orders 24-hour surveillance after Israeli inmate was attacked, killed, in prison.

Israeli prisoner killed in a prison in Ecuador

Prisoners enter the cell of 38-year-old Shai Dahan and murder him. His family has been notified.

Ecuador woman thought dead from COVID-19 found alive weeks later

After a 3 week coma, 74 year old woman wakes up, surprising doctors after telling them her name.

Israeli books translated into Spanish left on streets of Ecuador

“Libros Libres de Israel” project, whereby books are left on public roads for others to find, aims to share Israeli culture in Ecuador.

Ecuador denies it is expelling WikiLeaks founder Assange

Ecuador calls claims of Assange's explusion as 'an attempt to stain the dignity of the country.'

Strong earthquake shakes Ecuador

Earthquake measuring 7.5 hits Ecuador, near country's border with Peru.

Ecuador restores credentials to consul who saved Jews in WW2

Ecuador posthumously restores diplomatic credentials to Manuel Antonio Munoz Borrero, who was removed from position for saving 100 Jews.

Ecuador’s President highlights Jewish contribution to country

President of Ecuador praises country’s Jewish community on 80th foundation anniversary.

MDA shares knowledge with Ecuadorian Red Cross

Ecuador's Red Cross honors Israeli ambassador, MDA organization, citing assistance in building up Red Cross program.

WikiLeaks founder's internet cut off amid Clinton leaks

Ecuadorian government cuts off Julian Assange’s internet connection following his website's publication of emails on Hillary Clinton.

Warden in Ecuador disciplined for Nazi stamp

Ecuador prison warden disciplined after it was found that guards used a Nazi-themed hand stamp to mark visitors.

Rabbi recounts huge Ecuador quake; 'books flew off the shelves'

Chabad emissary describes 'chaos' after massive - and deadly - earthquake.

At least 233 killed in massive Ecuador earthquake

Powerful earthquake kills 233 in Ecuador, leads to fears of possible tsunami.

President of Ecuador Tweets 'Heil Hitler'

Rafael Correa has yet to apologize for the tweet, a response to opponent deeming him 'fascist.'

'A Quiet Girl Who Fought to Become A Jew'

Family and friends mourn Karen Mosquera hy''d, a descendant of Conversos murdered by Jerusalem terrorist.

Ecuador Condemns Jerusalem Car Terror Attack

Ecuadoran President condemns terrorist attack in Jerusalem, hours after an Ecuador citizen dies of injuries sustained in the attack.

'Next Time We Won't Treat Haniyeh's Daughter'

Liberman responds to Hamas leader's praise of Jerusalem terrorist who killed a baby; Ecuadorian seminary girl still fighting for her life.

Ecuador's President Cancels Visit to Israel

Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa cancels visit to Israel, cites "Israeli attacks against the Palestinians".

Israel: Latin American Envoy Recalls 'Encouraging Hamas'

Five separate Latin American countries recall ambassadors to Israel over war in Gaza; Israel 'deeply disappointed' over move.

Ecuador: Russia Will Decide Snowden's Destination

Ecuador can't grant Endward Snowden asylum unless he's on Ecuadoran territory, explains President Rafael Correa.

Ecuador's President: No Decision Yet on Snowden

Ecuador's president says his government has yet to consider whether to admit U.S. intelligence leaker Edward Snowden.

Snowden Seeking Asylum in Ecuador

The man who leaked details of U.S. government surveillance programs is seeking asylum in Ecuador with the aid of WikiLeaks.

Ecuador Would Consider Granting Asylum to Assad

Ecuadoran President Rafael Correa: We'll consider giving asylum to anyone who requests it, including Syria's Assad.

Ecuador's President Denies Downplaying AMIA Attack

Ecuador denies suggestions that its president downplayed a 1994 terrorist bombing on a Jewish building in Buenos Aires.

Correa Plugs Popularity Leak

Rafael Correa Wants To Stem Leftist Disenchantment Via Assange

Ecuador's Rafael Correa may help Julian Assange to reestablish leftist credibility.

Mother Fears US Will Execute WikiLeaks Founder

The mother of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange says she fears the United States may execute her son if he is extradited there.

Chabad Kidnap Victim Arrives in Israel

A Chabad rabbi kidnapped by a gang in Ecuador and then freed has arrived in Israel with his family. “We said Psalms for his safe return.”

Travel Warning Following Ecuador Unrest

Israel issues a travel warning after rebels in Ecuador shut down airport, temporarily hold president hostage.