Bolivian army chief arrested after coup attempt

The troops and tanks entered Plaza Murillo, a historic square where the presidency and Congress are situated, in the afternoon, prompting global condemnation of an attack on democracy.

Military police officers stand guard outside the Quemado Palace at Plaza Murillo in La Paz on June 26, 2024. (Photo by AIZAR RALDES / AFP)

By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

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Bolivia's army chief was arrested Wednesday after sending soldiers and tanks to take up position in front of government buildings in what President Luis Arce called

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Bolivian army chief arrested after coup attempt

The troops and tanks entered Plaza Murillo, a historic square where the presidency and Congress are situated, in the afternoon, prompting global condemnation of an attack on democracy.

Military police officers stand guard outside the Quemado Palace at Plaza Murillo in La Paz on June 26, 2024. (Photo by AIZAR RALDES / AFP)

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