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Sun English Edition | 12 hours, 26 minutes ago | tense

Bolivia’s Paz declares state of emergency over blockade crisis, paving the way to deploy military

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency, enabling military deployment to clear blockades after 50 days of protests that halted the economy. The crisis began when Paz cut fuel subsidies to reduce the deficit amid a dollar crunch and IMF talks. Despite later steps to stabilize fuel prices and reverse land reforms, protests intensified, with unions demanding wage increases, end to shortages, and Paz's resignation. Protesters, many allied with former President Evo Morales, have blocked key roads. The emergency declaration gives Paz constitutional tools to restore order.

The Edition | 2 weeks, 3 days ago | tense

Embattled Bolivian president moves to use military against protests

Bolivia's conservative president Rodrigo Paz moved to strengthen the army's role in quelling anti-government protests that have paralyzed cities and caused shortages. Facing demands to step down, Paz prepared a bill to empower the military. Thousands queued for chicken. Paz entered office seven months ago after ending two decades of left rule. He restored relations with the US and cut fuel subsidies, sparking backlash. Mass demonstrations and roadblocks have caused severe shortages. Two ministers resigned. Paz accused protestors of attempting a coup and didn't rule out a state of emergency. Authorities recorded almost 100 roadblocks and seven deaths. Paz accuses former president Evo Morales of fomenting unrest.