Bolivian Political Tensions Escalate Amid Alleged Attack on Evo Morales

Former President Morales accuses government of assassination attempt, while officials claim staged incident during a power struggle within the ruling party.

Evo Morales, Bolivia's ex-president, claims his vehicle was shot at by masked gunmen in an assassination attempt, which he attributes to government forces.
The Bolivian government denies the accusations, asserting that Morales staged the attack and fired upon police during a drug patrol, leading to a dangerous political standoff.
The incident exacerbates existing tensions between Morales and current President Luis Arce, both vying for leadership of the Movement for Socialism party ahead of the 2025 election.
Morales is facing legal challenges, including allegations of statutory rape and human trafficking, which he claims are politically motivated attacks by Arce's administration.
Supporters of Morales have been blocking key highways in Bolivia, leading to clashes with police and contributing to the country's ongoing economic and political instability.