Bolivia's Political Crisis Deepens as Morales Supporters Block Roads
Supporters of former President Evo Morales are blocking roads across Bolivia to protest his criminal investigation and alleged assassination attempt.
- Protests have led to significant economic disruption, with losses exceeding $1.35 billion, affecting food and fuel supplies.
- The roadblocks are primarily located in Cochabamba, a stronghold of Morales, who faces allegations of rape and human trafficking.
- Morales claims an assassination attempt was made against him, but the government disputes this, suggesting his vehicle first fired on police.
- Clashes between protesters and police have resulted in numerous injuries, including serious harm to law enforcement officers.
- The protests have evolved into a broader anti-government movement, with calls for President Luis Arce to resign and new elections to be held.