Marco Rubio: "We do not have a better ally in the region with regards to confronting the big…"

U.S. forces recently destroyed a suspected narco-terrorist refueling vessel in the eastern Pacific, an operation that involved turning over individuals to Ecuadorian authorities. This action is part of a broader effort by the U.S. Southern Command and its regional partners, including Ecuador, to disrupt drug trafficking networks originating from South America. Senator Marco Rubio, who recently met with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, highlighted Ecuador's crucial role in these joint operations against transnational criminal organizations. Rubio indicated he would seek additional security funding for Ecuador to combat illegal immigration and drug trafficking, emphasizing the importance of bilateral cooperation in these efforts.