Bolivia Faces Turmoil Amid Alleged Coup Attempt

Bolivia faced an apparent attempted coup as armed troops, led by Juan José Zúñiga, stormed the presidential palace aiming to replace President Luis Arce, but the situation was swiftly defused with order restored in three hours. The coup's legitimacy is questioned as Zúñiga insinuated it was staged to boost Arce's popularity, triggering demands for an inquiry. Tensions in Bolivia stem from economic crisis, political power struggles within the ruling party, and conflicting narratives on the country's economic state. President Arce's response to the economic turmoil, denial of the crisis, and focus on political matters have eroded public confidence, highlighting pressing economic concerns amidst political instability.