Ecuadorean Revolution of 2005

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The Ecuadorian Revolution of 2005 was mass demonstrations, general strikes and popular rioting that paralysed Ecuador in 2005 and violent clashes rocked the nation as part of a nationwide uprising and a widespread crackdown on unrest against President Lucio Gutiérrez. What started as nonviolent anti-government protests in March mushroomed into violent rioting and a countywide revolution that led to clashes. Protesters demanded the fall of the government and an end to corruption. Political tensions have been rising since the return of former President Abdalá Bucaram to Ecuador and a ruling by the Supreme Court clearing him of corruption charges.[1][2]

Protesters also took to the streets, protesting in large numbers never seen since 1997 that galvanised the country, calling on an end to corruption, austerity measures, calling for refunds and called for the return of subsidies for fuel and basic food stuff, leading to large shortages and economic turmoil. Political tensions, violent turmoil and rumours of revolution was growing amid street protests and widespread opposition-led demonstrations. 10,000-25,000 protesters marched throughout the country in the biggest movement on 19–22 April, calling on reforms and the fall of the government. The military quashed protests, leading to violent scenes during mass demonstrations. After the wave of violent protests, the government of Lucio Gutiérrez was forced to flee and resign.[3][4]

In August, rioting occurred, halted the oil sites, and hit the country hard. Massive street protests shocked many over the conditions in their areas, demanding wage increases and better lifestyle conditions. Protesters were also taking to the streets to demonstrate against the shutdown of oil productions, amid street riots. A wave of social unrest led to a nationwide state of emergency in March 2006.[5] In April, hundreds were injured during youth protests and clashes with soldiers amid growing civil disobedience movement and campaigns.

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  1. ^ "Ecuador military vows to support president". ChinaDaily. 7 April 2005.
  2. ^ "Ecuador's president fails to quell popular anger". The Guardian. 20 April 2005.
  3. ^ "Ecuador Civil Unrest Grows Amid Public Protests". Indy Bay. April 8, 2005.
  4. ^ "Ecuador President Is Ousted After Protests". NewYorkTimes. April 20, 2005.
  5. ^ . RefWorld. 28 February 2012.
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