Ecuador's First Lady loses third child due to pregnancy complication

Ecuador's First Lady, Lavinia Valbonesi, has suffered the loss of her third child, Stefano Noboa Valbonesi, due to a pregnancy complication that required emergency intervention. The tragic news was announced by Nataly Morillo, the Minister of Government, who conveyed the presidential family's profound grief.

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With deep sorrow, I inform the country that the presidential family is going through the painful loss of their third child, Stefano Noboa Valbonesi.

"With deep sorrow, I inform the country that the presidential family is going through the painful loss of their third child, Stefano Noboa Valbonesi," Morillo posted on X. She further detailed that the First Lady underwent an emergency procedure following a complication during her pregnancy, but tragically, Stefano did not survive.

President Daniel Noboa, who is father to three children including Daniela from a previous marriage, shares two sons, Álvaro and Furio, with Valbonesi. The Minister of Government extended her deepest condolences to the First Lady and the President, offering solidarity and affection during this difficult time.

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The First Lady, Lavina Valbonesi, was subjected to an emergency intervention due to a complication during her pregnancy. Unfortunately, Stefano passed away.

In response to the loss, the Ecuadorian government has ordered the flag at the presidential palace, Carondelet, to be flown at half-mast for three days. This somber gesture reflects the nation's shared grief with its leaders. The Minister of Security, John Reimberg, also expressed his profound solidarity with the President and First Lady, sending his condolences.

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My deepest solidarity with our president and the First Lady, for their irreparable loss. I send them my affection, closeness, and my most heartfelt condolences in these moments of deep pain.