UK Advises Against Travel to Ecuador Amid Renewed State of Emergency and Violence
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued updated travel advice warning British nationals against all but essential travel to Ecuador's coastal region and areas within 20 kilometers of the Ecuador-Colombia border. This advisory follows the Ecuadorian government's renewal on April 2, 2026, of a 60-day state of emergency due to ongoing internal disturbances and armed violence. The affected coastal provinces and border zones have seen heightened security risks, including armed clashes. The state of emergency means that travelers should anticipate increased police and military operations nationwide, often without advance notice. These security measures aim to curb violence... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 08 Apr 2026 09:27
