Bolivia’s Paz declares state of emergency to break protest gridlock (opens original article in a new tab)

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to break protest gridlock caused by road blockades, enabling military deployment to clear roads and restore order. Protests by groups allied with former President Evo Morales have disrupted the economy and essential supplies, with opposition warning the measure could increase tensions. The government claims the action aims to restore order and free Bolivia from road blockades.

• Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to break protest gridlock caused by road blockades
• Military and police began clearing road blockades, with curfews and potential movement restrictions announced
• Protests, led by groups allied with former President Evo Morales, have disrupted the economy and essential supplies
• Opposition and analysts warn the state of emergency could increase tensions if underlying issues are not addressed
• The government claims the measure aims to restore order and free Bolivia from road blockades