counterterrorism guide

“The Ecuador-based gang Los Choneros is a major driver of destabilizing violence in Ecuador,”

counterterrorism guide · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-09

A counterterrorism guide describes Los Choneros as a major driver of destabilizing violence in Ecuador.

“Los Choneros uses prisons and illegal gold mines as operational bases and cooperates with the Mexico-based Sinaloa Cartel and with Albanian cartels to facilitate drug shipments globally,”

counterterrorism guide · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-09

A counterterrorism guide states that Los Choneros uses prisons and illegal gold mines as operational bases and cooperates with other cartels.

“Los Choneros engages in a range of violent and criminal activities, including hired killings; kidnappings; political assassinations; and the smuggling of weapons, explosives, and drugs,”

counterterrorism guide · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-09

A counterterrorism guide notes the criminal activities of Los Choneros, including hired killings and drug smuggling.