Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Bolivian Minister Accuses Morales of Terrorism
The Bolivian government and ex-president Evo Morales are in a heated dispute.
Justice Minister Cesar Siles accused Morales of terrorism for allegedly telling his supporters to block roads, cutting off supplies to La Paz.
This happened because Morales was banned from running in the upcoming elections.
Supporters of Morales are protesting this ban and the current president's handling of an economic crisis.
The blockades have caused significant financial losses.
The government has filed a complaint against Morales, while clashes between police and protesters have resulted in injuries.
Justice Minister accused ex-president Evo Morales of terrorism.
Morales' supporters blocked roads due to his ban from August elections.
Protests expanded to include concerns over President Arce's handling of economic issues.
The government reported over 40 nationwide blockades causing significant daily losses.
The government filed a complaint against Morales for several crimes.
- Who
- Bolivian Justice Minister Cesar Siles and ex-president Evo Morales
- What
- Siles accused Morales of terrorism related to road blockades.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Bolivia, specifically roads leading to La Paz
- Why
- Over Morales' alleged ordering of road blockades and his exclusion from running in upcoming elections, and the economic crisis.
- Event
- Road blockades in central Bolivia since Monday
- Justice Minister
- Cesar Siles
- Election
- August elections
- Blockades
- More than 40 nationwide
- Economic impact
- daily losses of $100 to $150 million