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Bolivian president declares state of emergency amid protests
The Bolivian government has declared a state of emergency in response to ongoing protests. The military has been deployed to address roadblocks affecting the country. (sources: theguardian, aljazeera, bbc, france24)
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Modern Action Briefing
The Bolivian president has declared a state of emergency and sent military forces to dismantle roadblocks established by protesting farmers and Indigenous groups. These protests have led to shortages of basic goods.
- The state of emergency was declared following weeks of anti-government protests.
- The protests are primarily led by farmers and Indigenous groups opposing the government.
- Military personnel and bulldozers have been deployed to clear roadblocks.
Why it matters
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the government and various social groups in Bolivia.
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