Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency on Saturday as nationwide blockades crippled the economy. The move allows broader military deployment to clear roads and restore essential supplies. The decision affects millions of Bolivians facing shortages of food, fuel, and medicine after weeks of unrest. The emergency decree takes effect immediately and grants […]
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Bolivia protests intensify amid economic crisis
Anti-government protests intensified in Bolivia after mining groups and rural unions clashed with law enforcement in the capital, La Paz, amid growing anger over the country’s worsening economic crisis. Read More: Rare curfew after violence in Colombia puts people on edge Small explosions were heard during Thursday’s demonstrations as miners reportedly detonated sticks of dynamite […]