Bolivia in crisis as Paz confronts protests and fuel shortages
TL;DR
Bolivia’s new president Paz faces mounting protests after cutting fuel subsidies, triggering inflation and fuel shortages. Indigenous and rural groups lead demonstrations while Congress stalls on reforms, Morales backs the protests and calls for elections, and the United States has signaled support for Paz amid regional tensions.
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