WATCH | A Sputnik correspondent reports from Ecuador's capital Quito, which has been gripped by violent protests.
Since 13 June, Ecuador has been paralyzed by demonstrations against the economic policies of President Guillermo Lasso, with thousands, led primarily by indigenous organization Conaie, marching through the capital and at times clashing with police. Police have launched tear gas and smoke bombs at the protesters.
The protesters’ demands include a cut in fuel prices which have risen sharply in recent months, an end to the privatization of state assets, banning of the expansion of concession areas for mining companies, as well as jobs, food price controls, and more public spending on healthcare and education.
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