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Bolivia's Battle Against the Coup: A Dramatic Timeline

Bolivia - Coup - General Juan Jose Zuniga - Military Coup - President Luis Arce

Bolivia faced a dramatic coup attempt as President Arce takes charge in a divided country. Here's the gripping unfolding of events in 75 seconds.

Bolivia recently encountered a nail-biting military coup attempt, with President Luis Arce swiftly asserting his authority amidst chaos. The arrested army General Juan Jose Zuniga plotted the unsuccessful coup d'etat bid, sending shockwaves across the nation. As the coup unfolded, rapid developments saw the former head of the armed forces apprehended for leading the treacherous attempt. Soldiers were reported to have seized La Paz's central square and launched an armored truck towards the presidential palace, triggering a tense stand-off.

In response to the failed coup, rallies erupted across Bolivia, with protesters fervently supporting President Arce and condemning the disruptive coup plot. Even amidst the crisis, President Arce called for national solidarity to safeguard democracy and thwart any further destabilization attempts. The Bolivian government, vigilant with prior intelligence, swiftly acted to prevent the coup bid from escalating, resulting in the arrest of numerous alleged conspirators.

The aftermath of the coup attempt brought about a sense of calm as Bolivia regained composure following the turbulent events. With 17 additional arrests made in connection to the failed coup, the country grappled with the repercussions of the near-successful upheaval. Notably, the world was captivated by Bolivia's resilient defense against the coup, showcasing the nation's unwavering determination to uphold democracy and withstand internal pressures.

As Bolivia reflects on the harrowing experience, the arrests of former military heads underline the gravity of the situation and the measures taken to ensure stability. The thwarted coup serves as a stark reminder of the fragile political landscape in Bolivia and the continued efforts to preserve democratic principles amidst ongoing challenges.

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Bolivia foils military coup attempt: All you need to know (Aljazeera.com)

President Luis Arce asserts authority as army General Juan Jose Zuniga, who was behind the coup d'etat bid, is arrested.

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How Bolivia's failed coup attempt unfolded... in 75 seconds (BBC News)

On a day of fast moving events in Bolivia, police have arrested the former head of the armed forces who led an apparent coup attempt.

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Bolivia coup fiasco lays bare a divided country in political, economic ... (Reuters)

A coup attempt in Bolivia that saw soldiers take over La Paz's central square and ram the presidential palace with an armored truck was put down as abruptly ...

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Bolivian general arrested after apparent coup attempt (Financial Times)

Military vehicles leave central plaza in La Paz hours after armed soldiers force their way inside.

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Bolivian general arrested and accused of coup after dramatic ... (CNN)

Was the failed coup attempt in Bolivia an act of 'political theater'? 01:32 - Source: CNN. CNN ...

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Protesters rally in Bolivia, boosting the president and denouncing ... (The Associated Press)

Crowds of Bolivians chanting in support of the president have flooded the streets, denouncing a failed coup attempt that had threatened to pitch the ...

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A coup attempt in Bolivia: The unfolding crisis (Financial Express)

President Arce called for national mobilization against the coup, emphasizing the need to protect democracy. Bolivia & BRICS & Russia. Bolivia Foreign Minister ...

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Bolivia government had prior intelligence of coup planning, minister ... (Reuters)

The Bolivian government had intelligence that a coup attempt could occur before the country's top military commander and his troops forced their way into ...

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Bolivia reels from short-lived coup attempt as apparent calm returns (ABC News)

Bolivia's government has announced the arrest of 17 more people over their alleged involvement in the attempted coup that shook the South American country.

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The Coup in Bolivia (Financial Express)

The world woke up today to the news that Bolivian President Luis Arce had successfully thwarted an attempted coup. By Dr Aparaajita Pandey. As Bolivia moves ...

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Former heads of Bolivia's army and navy arrested over failed coup (The Guardian)

Minister says alleged putschists will be charged with crimes after apparent mutiny in volatile country.

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Bolivian police arrest leader of apparent coup attempt (BBC News)

Bolivian police have arrested the leader of an apparent attempted coup, hours after the presidential palace in La Paz was stormed by soldiers.

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17 people arrested in attempted coup that shook Bolivia ... (The Hindu)

Bolivia arrests 17 over coup attempt, sparking political turmoil and economic crisis in the South American nation.

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Bolivia coup bid fails after short-lived military assault on presidential ... (Times of India)

The failed coup attempt in Bolivia revealed deep-seated issues of economic struggle and political unrest, showcasing the challenges faced by the milit.

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Bolivia unrest: Coup or no coup? (BBC News)

Gen Juan José Zúñiga's storming of the presidential palace revives memories of military rule.

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Bolivia government had prior intelligence of coup planning, minister ... (The Indian Express)

The Bolivian government had intelligence that a coup attempt could occur before the country's top military commander and his troops forced their way into ...

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'Self-coup': Was military uprising a hoax in Bolivia? (Times of India)

Europe News: Bolivian President Luis Arce on Thursday denied any involvement or prior knowledge of a failed coup attempt led by the country's former top ...

Bolivia: More international support urged to bolster democracy (OHCHR)

GENEVA (28 June 2024) – Military leaders seeking to seize power and overturn the constitutional order should be condemned and this week's apparent coup ...

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As his supporters rally, Bolivia's president lambasts accusations of a ... (PBS NewsHour)

Bolivian President Luis Arce has denied being behind an attempted coup against him and said the general who apparently led it “acted on his own,” lashing ...

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Latin America was famed for coups, but Bolivia shows how it has ... (Financial Times)

In a continent once famous for long spells of military rule, Bolivia's latest attempted coup was mercifully brief. General Juan José Zúñiga, head of the ...

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Bolivia says it detained 4 more suspects, widening its case over the ... (The Associated Press)

Government officials in Bolivia say they have arrested four more people in connection with a failed coup attempt. That brings the total detained to 21.

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Families of 21 detained for coup in Bolivia plead for mercy, say ... (ABC News)

Families of the 21 people detained on accusations that they participated in a failed coup attempted appear visibly confused and anxious in the jail where ...

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Bolivia's President Arce finds new strength after seeing off military ... (Reuters)

Bolivian leftist President Luis Arce told Reuters on Friday support on the streets had strengthened his government after a failed military coup just days ...

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Bolivia coup attempt: ex-army chief given six months 'preventive ... (The Guardian)

Juan José Zúñiga Macías has been handed charges of terrorism and armed uprising, says prosecutor, as president again rejects claims of 'self-coup' to boost ...

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