Bolivia president declares state of emergency for troop use

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President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency to enable wider military deployment to clear blockades.

WHO: President Rodrigo Paz

WHAT: Declared a state of emergency enabling broader military deployment to clear blockades and restore order

WHEN: Jun 20, 2026 at 3:50 AM ET

WHERE: Bolivia

WHY: Protests and blockades brought the economy to a halt over the past 50 days.

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