Interior Minister Reimberg warns of unrest at El Encuentro prison

Ecuadorian Interior Minister John Reimberg has warned of potential hunger strikes and riots at the El Encuentro maximum-security prison in Santa Elena. The minister stated that the government will not yield to pressure or destabilization attempts, emphasizing that state order is non-negotiable and that prison privileges have ended.

Reimberg criticized individuals within the facility who he claims are attempting to use the prison as a political stage, noting that some have transitioned from political roles to seeking leadership among inmates. While the minister's warnings highlight potential unrest, there are currently no confirmed reports of an active hunger strike or ongoing riot at the facility.