Bolivia Today: Blockades, Protests, and a Recycling Plant Fire

Bolivia News Summary: June 2, 2025 Bolivia experienced a series of significant events on June 2nd, 2025, including highway blockades, protests, and a fire. In Santa Cruz, police mobilized to clear a roadblock on the highway to Los Valles, a situation that had persisted since early morning. "More than 100 police officers are deploying with anti-riot gear to the area," reported Luis Coronado, a journalist on the scene. Meanwhile, in Cochabamba, protests related to economic concerns caused significant disruptions, with Raúl Rojas reporting, "The area is completely blocked by protestors demanding the president's resignation." Adding to the day's challenges, firefighters battled a blaze at a recycling plant in Santa Cruz, the cause of which is still under investigation. Despite the difficulties, firefighters worked diligently to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby homes. The events highlight ongoing political and economic tensions within the country.