US, Shield of the Americas condemn 'ongoing efforts' to overthrow Bolivia's elected president amid unrest (opens original article in a new tab)

The US and several Latin American countries condemned efforts to overthrow Bolivia's president, citing unrest and protests against his policies, while also accusing drug traffickers of inciting the turmoil.

• US and Shield of the Americas countries condemned attempts to overthrow Bolivia's elected president Rodrigo Paz.
• Protests in Bolivia involve road blockades, fuel shortages, and demands for early elections.
• Accusations of drug trafficking and transnational crime funding protests were made, with calls for accountability.