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Mexico Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Ecuador Following Embassy Raid

Mexico has severed diplomatic relations with Ecuador and plans to bring the raid on its Quito embassy to international court, amid escalating tensions following the arrest of Ecuador's former vice president.

  • Mexico's Ministry of Foreign Affairs released footage of Ecuador police storming its embassy in Quito, denouncing the action as a violation of international law.
  • The raid led to the arrest of former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, who was seeking refuge in the embassy following corruption charges.
  • Mexico officially severed diplomatic relations with Ecuador, recalling its diplomatic staff and planning to take the matter to international courts.
  • International condemnation has followed the raid, with calls for Ecuador to respect the inviolability of diplomatic missions.
  • Former Vice President Jorge Glas was hospitalized after refusing to eat, following his arrest and return to prison.
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