Bolivia-US Ambassador Crisis

Bolivian citizens protest against the United States' alleged attempt to kidnap former president Evo Morales, leading to diplomatic tensions.

November 2019

Nov 10, 2019

Morales, García Linera forced to resign amid political crisis

Former Bolivian President Evo Morales and Vice President Álvaro García Linera resigned from office. This followed the loss of support from the Bolivian Workers' Center and the military.

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Nov 12, 2019

Jeanine Áñez assumes interim presidency of Bolivia

Following the resignation of other key figures, Jeanine Áñez, from the opposition Social Democratic Movement, assumed the interim presidency of Bolivia.

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May 2026

May 20, 2026

Workers took control of airport to prevent kidnapping

Workers in Bolivia seized an airport in response to the US attempting to kidnap former president Evo Morales. This action is cited as an example of popular resistance.

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May 20, 2026

US allegedly attempted to kidnap Evo Morales in Bolivia

The Bolivian people reportedly rose up and rejected an action taken by the US. This action was described as an attempt to kidnap former president Evo Morales.

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May 21, 2026

Bolivian people reject alleged US attempt to kidnap Morales

The Bolivian people reportedly rose up in opposition. The action was in reaction to the United States allegedly attempting to kidnap former president Evo Morales.

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May 21, 2026

Villagers block Chimoré airport to protect Evo Morales

Indigenous rural communities surrounded former president Evo Morales' residence. Workers seized Chimoré airport near his home, blocking the runway to prevent American planes or helicopters from landing.

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