In Ecuador, a drone attack has targeted the La Roca prison, which houses high-profile inmates including former Vice President Jorge Glas. According to preliminary information, the attack was carried out by local criminal groups whose activity in recent months has caused serious concern to the authorities.

Authorities said the attack had been thwarted, but independent sources have disputed those claims, saying the drone had nevertheless reached the prison compound, indicating that the facility's security remained at risk.

The incident comes amid a growing crackdown on organized crime in Ecuador, where the use of drones has become increasingly popular among criminal groups to attack strategic targets and make shows of force. La Roca prison, near the city of Guayaquil, has recently attracted attention for holding individuals accused of corruption and other serious crimes.