The Latest Breaking News from Bolivia

British mother of three, 54, dies after taking psychedelic drug-laced tea at retreat

Maureen Rainford suffered heart attack after taking ayahuasca on camp in Bolivia

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2024

Cuban-American Influence Set to Shape U.S. Latin America Policy in Trump's Second Term

Carlos Trujillo, who backed the Bolivia coup, could join forces with Rubio to push hard-line policies on Cuba and Venezuela, reshaping U.S. foreign policy toward Cuba and Latin America.

Latin Times · Nov 17, 2024

Bolivia slides towards anarchy as two bitter rivals prepare for showdown 2025 election

Armed supporters of Bolivia’s charismatic former president, Evo Morales, stormed a military facility in the central Bolivian region of Cochabamba on November 1. The group forced their way into the facility, seized weapons and ammunition and, according to the government, took more than 200 soldiers hostage.

The Conversation · Nov 11, 2024

Bolivian Ex-president Accuses Govt Of Ignoring Dialogue Offer

After 21 days of blockades, losses are estimated at $2.1 billion in various sectors, according to the Ministry of Productive Development.

Latin Times · Nov 4, 2024

Bolivian ex-president’s supporters hold ‘20 soldiers hostage’ amid escalating tensions

Clashes intensify as Bolivia investigates ex-president over alleged statutory rape

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2024

With Stones And Slings, Supporters Of Bolivia's Morales Gird For Battle

Under a bridge in central Bolivia, supporters of former president Evo Morales, armed with slingshots and stones, practice their aim as they prepare to do battle with security forces.

International Business Times · Nov 1, 2024

Armed Group Seizes Military Post In Central Bolivia

Armed group seizes military post in Bolivia, escalating tensions between Morales and Arce. Unrest and accusations heighten ahead of the 2025 election.

Top News · Nov 1, 2024

Morales Supporters Storm Bolivia Military Barracks, Take Hostages

Supporters of Bolivia's ex-president Evo Morales stormed a barracks in central Chapare province and took around 20 soldiers hostage, military sources said Friday, marking a dramatic escalation in their standoff with the state.

International Business Times · Nov 1, 2024

A Bolivian artist carves faces of the departed onto Day of the Dead bread

During the Day of the Dead celebrations that take place in late October and early November, Latin Americans honor their departed loved ones by setting up altars adorned with food, flowers and photographs

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2024

Bolivia's Breadbasket Squeezed By Pro-Morales Blockades

At a wholesale market in the central Bolivian city of Cochabamba, farmer Damaris Masias watches through tears as 10 tonnes of tomatoes that she spent over a week trying to get through roadblocks are tossed into a bin.

International Business Times · Oct 31, 2024