Sifting Through the Debris of Another Failed Coup in Latin America
A failed coup attempt in Bolivia, led by former armed forces Commander General Juan José Zuñiga, aimed to change the cabinet and release ex-President Jeanine Áñez. President Luis Arce swiftly countered the coup, leading to arrests. Speculation points to US involvement due to historical interests in Latin America. Bolivia's lithium reserves and alliances with Russia and BRICS+ group add complexity. The incident highlights Bolivia's political instability and internal power conflicts.
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In Bolivia, a recent coup attempt, the country's 36th since gaining independence, was short-lived and quickly fizzled out. The failed coup involved armed soldiers storming the Palacio de Gobierno, demanding a change of cabinet. The former Commander General of Bolivia's armed forces, Juan José Zuñiga, led the coup and called for the release of former interim President Jeanine Áñez. President Luis Arce stood firm against the coup instigators, naming new military commanders to regain control. The coup was over in three hours, with key plotters arrested. Speculation arises about the coup's backers, with the US being a prime suspect due to historical involvement in Latin American regime changes. Motives include Bolivia's lithium reserves, the world's largest, drawing interest from various countries. Bolivia's alignment with Russia and the BRICS+ group also adds complexity to the situation. The failed coup underscores Bolivia's political volatility and the ongoing power struggles within the country.
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