More than 75,000 police and soldiers have been sent to four provinces in Ecuador. These areas have seen a lot of violence.
The operation is part of a larger plan to fight criminal gangs. This was announced by the interior minister.
A night-time curfew has also been put in place in these affected regions. This shows the seriousness of the situation.
The current government started its campaign against crime in November 2023.
This move signals a significant escalation in the government's efforts.
The deployment aims to restore order and tackle the root causes of gang activity.