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Mexico Ends Diplomatic Ties with Ecuador After Embassy Raid
- 08 Apr 2024
Mexico severs diplomatic relations with Ecuador following a controversial police raid on its embassy in Quito on 5th April.
Key Points
- Mexican President's Response: President Andrés Manuel Lopez Obrador condemns Ecuador's actions as a violation of international law and Mexico's sovereignty.
- Concerns over Glas's Safety: Mexican officials express concern for Glas's safety after armed police forcibly enter the embassy, leading to his arrest.
- Glas's Background and Allegations: Glas, who served as Vice President from 2013 to 2018, faces corruption charges related to government construction contracts.
- Political Context: Relations between Mexico and Ecuador were already strained, with President Obrador criticizing Ecuador's political violence and conservative government.
- Legal Implications: Ecuador's decision to enter the embassy raises questions about diplomatic protocol and asylum rights under the Vienna Convention.
- International Response: Latin American governments voice support for Mexico, while the US condemns Ecuador's actions as a breach of diplomatic norms.
- Legal Action by Mexico: Mexico plans to file a complaint against Ecuador with the International Court of Justice in The Hague.
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