Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa survived an assassination attempt on October 7, 2025, when his motorcade was attacked by about 500 protesters in Can...

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa survived an assassination attempt on October 7, 2025, when his motorcade was attacked by about 500 protesters in Canar province. The protesters threw stones at the presidential car, which showed signs of bullet damage, though the president was unharmed. Five suspects were arrested in connection with the attack and face charges of terrorism and attempted murder. The incident occurred amid violent demonstrations triggered by the government’s removal of diesel subsidies. The president was en route to announce infrastructure projects related to water and sewage management when the attack happened. The government condemned the attack as criminal, while indigenous organizations criticized the government’s police response to the protests