Bolivian farmers clash with police as ex-president vows resistance

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Bolivia

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Bolivian farmers clash with police as ex-president vows resistance

Bolivian farmers clashed with riot police in La Paz, demanding an end to President Rodrigo Paz's government. Former president Evo Morales backed the protesters, vowing his supporters would defend themselves.

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