"We have decided to attack irregular groups to protect our citizens," says Defense Minister about interventions in Podocarpus National Park
Ecuador's Defense Minister announced military operations to combat illegal mining in Podocarpus National Park, aiming to regain control over the area.
With artillery, military destroy 129 illegal camps and 94 mining shafts in Podocarpus National Park
The Ecuadorian military has conducted operations resulting in the destruction of numerous illegal camps and mining operations in the Podocarpus National Park.