Ecuadorian fishermen are caught between cartel threats and US airstrikes. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
In Ecuador's fishing areas, fishermen face a dual threat: on one hand, pressure from drug cartels, and on the other, US airstrikes. This poses a serious danger to their daily lives and livelihoods.
According to Reuters, fishermen are subjected to intimidation by cartels, which hinder their work. Additionally, US airstrikes further exacerbate the situation in the region. Fishermen say there are no guarantees for their safety and stability.
This situation is also negatively affecting Ecuador's fishing industry. Many fishermen are forced to give up fishing for safety reasons. This, in turn, impacts the local economy.
Reuters notes that the Ecuadorian government is paying attention to this issue and considering measures to protect fishermen. However, no concrete decisions have been made so far.
The future of fishermen remains uncertain as they are caught between two fires. Between cartels and US airstrikes, there are no guarantees for their safety.