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Protest Siege in La Paz: Anti-government unrest surged again in Bolivia’s capital as thousands of farmers, miners, teachers and Indigenous groups demanded President Rodrigo Paz’s resignation, with tear gas, stone-throwing and road blockades choking access to food, fuel and hospital oxygen; authorities say at least three people died after ambulances couldn’t reach care. Economic Pressure Point: The crisis is tied to a deepening fuel and dollar shortage and inflation hitting 14% in April, after Paz cut long-running fuel subsidies. Escalation and Crackdown: Police and riot units pushed back demonstrators near government buildings; a protest leader linked to the COB labor bloc reportedly faces terrorism-related charges. Travel Disruption: The UK Foreign Office updated warnings, advising against travel to Bolivia’s La Paz department due to serious disruption and violence. Health Angle: With oxygen reserves depleted and supplies delayed, the unrest is turning into an immediate healthcare emergency, not just a political standoff.

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Protesters clash with police in La Paz as Bolivia’s anti-government unrest escalates

Protesters clash with police in La Paz as Bolivia’s anti-government unrest escalates

Bolivia expresses fears for coup attempt amid unrest; U.S. concerned

Bolivia expresses fears for coup attempt amid unrest; U.S. concerned

Thousands protest in La Paz demanding Bolivia president’s resignation

Thousands protest in La Paz demanding Bolivia president’s resignation

Bolivia's capital under siege as protests deepen crisis for President Paz

Bolivia's capital under siege as protests deepen crisis for President Paz


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