Bolivia Accuses Evo Morales of Coup Attempt Amidst Road Blockades

La Paz, Bolivia - June 5, 2025. Bolivian Minister of Public Works, Edgar Montaño, issued a serious accusation today, alleging that former president Evo Morales is orchestrating a coup attempt to prematurely end the mandate of current President Luis Arce Catacora. Montaño's statement, made during a press conference, cites ongoing road blockades across the country as evidence of this alleged plan. "Evo Morales and his allies are trying to destabilize the country and undermine the upcoming elections," Montaño stated. The blockades, now in their fourth day, have severely disrupted transportation and caused significant economic losses, with over 140 fuel tankers stranded, according to the minister. The government estimates losses of over 2.5 million Bolivianos due to these disruptions. The upcoming national elections, scheduled for August 17th, are threatened by the ongoing unrest. While Morales's supporters deny the accusations, the government has vowed to take appropriate measures to ensure the elections proceed as planned. The situation remains tense, highlighting the deep political divisions within Bolivia.