Bolivia president denies conspiracy after failed coup

Bolivian President Luis Arce was facing a deep political crisis on Thursday after a botched bid by military chiefs to overthrow his government deepened turmoil in a country facing severe economic decline.

Bolivian President Luis Arce talks to the media during a press conference in La Paz on June 27, 2024. Bolivia's government said on June 27, 2024, that 17 people, including active and retired military personnel and civilians, have been arrested over a failed coup against President Luis Arce. (AFP)