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Chaos as Protesters, Police Clash in Bolivian Capital

Police used tear gas as miners demanded labor reforms, fuel and changes to Law 1720, while roadblocks disrupted food and medical supplies nationwide.

  • Violent clashes erupted in Bolivia's capital La Paz as mining groups demonstrated, demanding President Rodrigo Paz's resignation.
  • Protestors confronted police by throwing dynamite sticks while trying to enter Plaza Murillo, the central square.
  • Miners are seeking greater access to explosives, fuel, revised contracts and implementation of mining regulations.
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In Bolivia's capital, protesting miners have tried to storm the government palace, using tear gas against the demonstrators.

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In Bolivia's administrative capital, La Paz, there have been violent clashes between protesting miners and the police.

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Reuters broke the news in United Kingdom on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
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