Bolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests
The Bolivian army attempted to clear road blockades after 11 days of protests sparked by fuel shortages. Despite a deal signed between protesters and the government, demonstrations continued, prompting military intervention. Security forces used tear gas and made arrests to restore access to blocked roads.
- ▪Protests in Bolivia lasted for 11 days and were driven by fuel shortages.
- ▪The Strait of Hormuz's effective closure contributed to the fuel crisis.
- ▪A deal was signed between the government and protesters on Friday, but road blockades persisted.
- ▪Military police used tear gas and arrested demonstrators to clear roads.
- ▪The army intervened to restore access despite the prior agreement.
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| Publication time | Sat, 16 May 2026 20:44:15 +0000 |
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Toggle PlayBolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protestsNewsFeedBolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protestsMilitary police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to try and disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests. Rallies over fuel shortages, due to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, blocked roads, even after a deal was signed on Friday between protesters and the government.Published On 16 May 202616 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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