Bolivian Protests Escalate: Clashes Erupt in Cochabamba and Oruro

Bolivian Protests Intensify: Cochabamba and Oruro Witness Clashes as Economic Demands Remain Unmet. Protests in Cochabamba and Oruro, Bolivia, escalated on June 3rd, 2025, as demonstrators clashed with police. Rejecting calls for a truce, protesters voiced strong concerns over rising economic hardship, citing the high cost of essential goods, including diesel and the dollar. The video footage shows tense confrontations, including the use of tear gas by authorities. One protester emphasized the dire situation, stating, "We are here because we have nothing to eat in our homes." The government faces mounting pressure to address these pressing economic issues and find a peaceful resolution to the ongoing unrest. The protests highlight the broader socio-economic challenges facing Bolivia.