FIFA World Cup 2022 host Qatar started the event with a devastating 2-0 defeat to Ecuador. Qatar became the first host of the FIFA World Cup to lose their opening match, falling to Ecuador by a score of 2-0 at the Al Bayt Stadium.
The U.S. Embassy in Ecuador has issued a security alert for U.S. citizens traveling to Guayaquil and Esmeraldas cities due to attacks presumed to have been carried out by gangs linked to the Jalisco cartel.
After the COVID-19 pandemic hit its tourism industry, Ecuador is trying to bounce back. One of the areas they see that would attract many tourists is the Galapagos Islands.
Thirteen inmates died in Santo Domingo Prison in Ecuador, after a prison riot broke out on Monday. At least 13 inmates were killed while two others were injured in a prison in Ecuador, following a deadly prison riot.
Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso has lifted the state of emergency he imposed in six provinces amid the violent Indigenous-led protests in the country.
Traveling to Ecuador should include experiencing its unique traditional festivals that reflect its culture. Check out this list to see which festival looks best for you.
In the first Conmebol World Cup Qualifier game that saw some major refereeing decisions overturned by the VAR, Ecuador drew 1-1 at home against Brazil.