Bolivia president Evo Morales quits to ease violence after disputed polls
Video footage showed clashes on the streets of La Paz and some buildings on fire on Sunday after the military called on president to step down and allies deserted him
11 November 2019 - 08:12
La Paz — Bolivian President Evo Morales said on Sunday he is resigning to ease violence that has gripped the South American nation since a disputed election, but he stoked fears of more unrest by saying he is the victim of a “coup” and faces arrest.
Video footage showed clashes on the streets of La Paz and some buildings on fire on Sunday night after the military called on Morales to step down and allies deserted him after weeks of protests since the October 20 election...
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