Bolivia’s president declares state of emergency over blockade crisis

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Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has declared a state of emergency amid escalating protests and blockades demanding his resignation over economic hardships. The unrest involves workers, farmers, and supporters of former President Evo Morales, causing food shortages and political crisis.

Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency Saturday, after weeks of anti-government protests over rising living costs and economic pressure that have since grown into an escalating political crisis. Protests, backed by workers unions, farmers and supporters of former President Evo Morales, are demanding Paz resign. Road blockades have caused shortages of food, … The post Bolivia’s president declares state of emergency over blockade crisis appeared first on Egypt Independent.