Armed Supporters Of Bolivia’s Evo Morales Seize Military Units And Take Hostages

Bolivia is facing a serious crisis as armed supporters of former President Evo Morales have taken control of three military bases in the Cochabamba region. President Luis Arce announced this shocking news, warning the public and the international community about the situation. According to Arce, these armed groups not only seized the military units but also took soldiers and their families hostage, putting their lives in danger. In a message on Telegram, he expressed his concern about the threat to the hostages and the serious crime of stealing military weapons.

In response to this alarming situation, law enforcement officials, with help from the military, began a major operation early Friday morning to clear the roads that have been blocked by Morales’ supporters for nearly three weeks. These blockades have caused significant disruptions across Bolivia, costing the country an estimated $1.7 billion. The protests have led to violent clashes between demonstrators and police, res...

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