Ecuador loses more young men than are born
Today's report highlights the worrying loss of the young male population in Ecuador, the start of the 2026 World Cup, and Poland's demand for justice.
Ecuador faces a demographic crisis after it was revealed that, over the last 35 years, 248,157 men have died from external causes that could have been avoided. At the same time, data indicates that the male birth rate in the country has been cut in half, posing an irreversible challenge for the future of the national population.
In the international arena, the Polish government has formally requested an impartial and transparent investigation from Ecuador into the death of Polish activist Mónika Silva. The death occurred this Monday in the town of Montañita, in the province of Santa Elena, and Polish authorities seek to ensure respect for human rights during the judicial process.
Today, Thursday, June 11, the 2026 World Cup begins with an opening ceremony at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The tournament starts amidst diplomatic tensions, as the Iranian federation has protested against the United States over the difficulties imposed for entering the country. For its part, the Portugal national team arrives at the World Cup event after closing its preparation with victories, although its captain Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score goals in the previous friendly matches.
Regarding health and security, the Government of Ecuador has included 10 new substances on the list of products subject to control. This measure, coordinated by the Ministry of Public Health, aims to strengthen control over synthetic drugs in the national territory.
Finally, in local news, authorities in Quito shut down a clandestine party at a country estate in Conocoto where nearly a thousand people were present, including 200 unsupervised minors. Additionally, the National Electoral Council (CNE) set the deadline for citizens who were members of the Polling Stations in the 2025 referendum to collect their economic compensation.
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