In a controversial police operation, former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas was arrested at the Mexican embassy in Quito while seeking political asylum. He has since been transferred to a maximum security prison, amid diplomatic tensions between Mexico and Ecuador. This is not the first time that Glas has been arrested, as he has faced corruption accusations and convictions since leaving office in 2017.
Glas claims to be a victim of political persecution and refers to ‘lawfare’, a term used by former Argentine president Cristina Kirchner. The arrest of Glas has led to Mexico breaking diplomatic relations with Ecuador, creating a significant diplomatic crisis. The Ecuadorian government expelled the Mexican ambassador following remarks made by the Mexican president linking a murder to the electoral victory of the current Ecuadorian president.
Despite his convictions and imprisonment, Glas has continued to claim innocence and fight for his release on various grounds, including health concerns. Now, amid renewed controversy and tensions between Ecuador and Mexico, Jorge Glas finds himself once again at the center of a legal and political storm. The recent arrest has sparked international attention and raised concerns about political persecution and the rule of law in Ecuador. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how Glas will navigate these latest challenges in his ongoing legal battles.
