Mass Protests and Blockades Paralyze Bolivia's Capital
Over the past 24 hours, the political crisis in Bolivia reached a boiling point as indigenous groups, farmers, and miners placed the capital, La Paz, under siege with burning blockades. The mass demonstrations, paralyzing the nation, are aimed at forcing the resignation of the newly elected president over his right-wing economic shock policies and anti-narcotics agreements with the U.S.
Date: June 18, 2026
Location: La Paz Department, Bolivia
Conflict: Bolivian Political Unrest
Category: protest
Severity: HIGH
Source: Channel 4 News