Bolivian law enforcement authorities have arrested at least ten military personnel involved in the organization of a coup attempt in the republic. This was stated by Bolivian Interior Minister Carlos del Castillo del Carpio, the newspaper reported. El Deber.
“Around ten officers involved in a conspiracy to overthrow the democratically elected government were arrested,” he said.
Before that, Bolivian Minister of Justice Ivan Lima Magne statedIt was stated that General Juan José Zuniga, who led the coup attempt in the country, may face up to 20 years in prison for crimes against democracy.
June 26 in Bolivia dead coup attempt. Rebel General Juan José Zúñiga refused to accept his removal as army commander and demanded the “restoration of democracy” and the release of political prisoners. Bolivian President Luis Arce replaced the military’s top command from the besieged government palace and called on his supporters to come out “in support of democracy.” After a few hours, the rebellion ended, the army abandoned the center of La Paz and General Zúñiga was detained. At least 9 people were injured as a result of the fire.
Previously Bolivia stated About plans to join BRICS.