Violent Clashes Erupt in Bolivia as Evo Morales Leads March to La Paz
Supporters of Morales and President Arce clash in El Alto, highlighting deep political divisions ahead of the 2025 election.
- Pro-government forces and supporters of ex-President Morales engaged in violent confrontations in El Alto, resulting in at least eight injuries.
- Thousands of Morales supporters are marching 190 kilometers to La Paz, protesting economic conditions and political repression.
- The conflict underscores a power struggle between Morales and current President Luis Arce within the ruling MAS party.
- Morales accuses Arce's government of using paramilitary groups to incite violence, while Arce's administration labels the march as 'coup-mongering.'
- The ongoing unrest raises fears of further instability as Bolivia approaches its presidential election in 2025.
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