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References
- ↑ "Ecuador's largest and most dangerous prison riot leaves at least 17 dead". ABC News. November 13, 2024. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Ecuador: Increase security likely after prison riot leaves at least 15 inmates dead, 14 injured in Guayaquil Nov. 12". Crisis 24. November 12, 2024. Retrieved November 15, 2024.
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