Bolivian president declares state of emergency after weeks of protests (opens original article in a new tab)

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency following weeks of protests demanding his resignation, with protesters seeking to reinstate fuel subsidies and roll back austerity measures. The declaration requires congressional approval within 72 hours.

• Bolivian president declares state of emergency after weeks of protests
• Protesters demand resignation, fuel subsidies, and rollback of austerity measures
• State of emergency requires congressional approval within 72 hours