According to releases from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), a number of noint operations between the U.S. and Ecuador, that targeted designated groups such as Los Lobos and Los Choneros, culminated in the dismantling of a transnational criminal drug and contraband smuggling network. Per the release, more than 20 arrests were made, rifles, handguns, vehicles, a small aircraft, ammunition, ballistic vests, communication devices, cocaine, synthetic drugs, and U.S. currency were all seized during operations. Two hidden airstrips were also dismantled by Ecuadorian authorities.