Ecuador's President Lenin Moreno declared a state of emergency on Thursday ...
Ecuadoreans scuffle with riot police officers during a protest against President Lenin Moreno government's measure to end the subsidies on fuel prices, in Quito, Ecuador October 2, 2019. REUTERS/Daniel Tapia
QUITO - Ecuador’s President Lenin Moreno declared a state of emergency on Thursday as massive nationwide protests broke out against the elimination of four-decade-old fuel subsidies. Interior Minister Maria Romo said 19 people were arrested for blocking roads and other crimes, as thousands took to the streets, burning tires and chanting slogans.Our Standards:
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