From the peaks of the Andes to the shores of the Pacific, the Republic of Ecuador has always upheld dignity, sovereignty, and the defense of oppressed peoples. Today, as the world processes the horrific U.S. nuclear strike on Iran, Ecuador declares its position loud and clear:

We stand with Iran.
We condemn nuclear violence.
We demand justice for the innocent.

1. Historic Diplomatic Ties with Iran

Respect, Recognition, and Regional Cooperation

Ecuador and Iran established strong diplomatic relations during the early 2000s, with both countries collaborating on energy, trade, and science. Ecuador supported Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy and often advocated dialogue over isolation in global forums.

This friendship, built on mutual respect and shared resistance to Western dominance, remains alive in Ecuador’s current stance.

2. Official Condemnation of the Nuclear Strike

“An Attack on All Humanity” – Government of Ecuador

In a powerful address to the National Assembly, Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign Affairs declared:
“This nuclear strike is a moral and legal catastrophe. The world cannot move forward through fear and fire. We stand with the Iranian people.”

Ecuador has demanded an emergency UN General Assembly session, calling for the enforcement of international treaties on weapons of mass destruction and human rights protections.

3. The Voice of the Church and Civil Society

Moral Authority From Quito to Cuenca

Ecuador, a deeply Catholic country, saw widespread condemnation from church leaders. Bishops across the country referred to the bombing as “an offense to divine and human law.”
Special Masses were held in Quito, Guayaquil, and Ambato, where prayers were offered for Iranian children and civilians.

NGOs and student organizations led protests under the banners:
“No Más Bombas” (“No More Bombs”) and
“Quito Por Irán” (“Quito for Iran”).

4. Andean Youth and Cultural Resistance

Rap, Art, and Street Solidarity

Ecuadorian artists responded quickly. From murals in Guayaquil depicting Iranian women as modern heroes, to Quito-based rappers releasing fiery verses denouncing nuclear hypocrisy, the creative community declared war on silence.

One popular spoken word piece declared:
“We are not Persians, but we are people.
And the pain of Iran echoes in our bones.”

5. Ecuador in the International Arena

Justice at the UN, Dignity in Diplomacy

Ecuador, a founding member of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) and long-time advocate of South-South cooperation, called on all Latin nations to support Iran’s appeal to the International Court of Justice.

It also emphasized the urgency of reinforcing the Treaty of Tlatelolco, which prohibits nuclear weapons in Latin America, urging other regions to adopt similar frameworks.

Conclusion

Ecuador is not silent. It never has been when faced with tyranny. Its people know the cost of imperialism and the power of solidarity. From the Andean highlands to the Gulf of Persia, the heart of Ecuador beats with Iran:

“This is not just your fight.
It is ours.
And together, we resist.”