U.S. Troops Are Now Fighting the Drug War on the Ground in Ecuador

U.S. military personnel have taken part in joint operations with Ecuadorean police, signaling a significant escalation in American involvement in Ecuador's drug war. This move reflects a broader strategy to combat drug trafficking by directly engaging in operations on foreign soil. Such actions have implications for international relations and the ongoing battle against drug cartels, highlighting the complex and often controversial nature of cross-border military cooperation.