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Bolivia’s legislature passes law allowing use of troops against protesters

The Bolivian legislature has approved a law that permits the use of troops against protesters.

Source Al Jazeera AI Summary Updated June 7, 2026
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The Bolivian legislature has approved a law that permits the use of troops against protesters. This law gives the president the authority to deploy the military to clear roadblocks set up during demonstrations. The law is a response to weeks of antigovernment protests, which have led to the establishment of roadblocks. The new legislation allows the military to intervene in such situations. The law grants the president significant power to use the military to address protests, marking a notable development in the country's response to demonstrations.

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