Bolivia declares state of emergency over blockade crisis
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency on Saturday amid worsening roadblock protests that have disrupted the nation since April. The declaration allows military deployment to restore order and protect the flow of essential goods. Protesting groups, aligned with former president Evo Morales, continue to hinder access to key roads, exacerbating the crisis.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 07:56 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 08:00 UTC
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