Anti-government demonstrators and police clash in Bolivia
Anti-government protests erupted in Bolivia's capital, La Paz, as demonstrators called for President Rodrigo Paz's resignation. The unrest, fueled by economic pressures, saw thousands from various sectors demanding higher wages and an end to privatization. Police responded with tear gas, and an arrest warrant was issued for a union leader accused of inciting the protests.
- ▪Protesters in La Paz are demanding the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz.
- ▪The demonstrations are part of ongoing unrest related to economic issues in the country.
- ▪Police used tear gas to disperse crowds of thousands protesting for higher wages and against privatization.
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Anti-government demonstrators and police clash in BoliviaProtesters gathered in Bolivia's capital on Monday demanding the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz.Law enforcement officers deployed tear gas to control the crowds in La Paz as the latest demonstration formed part of weeks-long unrest within the country over economic pressures.Farmers, miners, teachers and indigenous communities were among thousands of protesters who took the street to call for higher wages and an end to the privatisation of state-owned companiesVideo from the city showed protestors chanting, starting fires and throwing objects.Public prosecutor Attorney General Roger Mariaca said an arrest warrant would be issued for the head of the largest union COB - Mario Argollo - accusing him of terrorism and inciting…
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