jfid – General Juan Jose Zuniga, who led the coup in Bolivia, claims that his coup’s goal is to “restore democracy” and “return democracy and free our political prisoners.”
He also stated that the Bolivian people have no future and that he wants to replace President Luis Arce to restore democracy.
Zuniga also claimed that President Arce said the situation was chaotic and critical, prompting Zuniga to take action to boost Arce’s popularity.
However, Zuniga’s statements were refuted by Justice Minister Ivan Lima, who said that Zuniga is lying and trying to justify his actions. Lima also charged Zuniga with terrorism and armed rebellion.
In recent months, Bolivia has been gripped by tension due to a power struggle between President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales, who are vying for leadership within the ruling party, Movement for Socialism (MAS).
This political strife reached a peak with the coup led by General Juan Jose Zuniga on June 25, 2024.
Zuniga, the former commander of the Bolivian Army, claims his actions were motivated by the need to save Bolivia from deepening political and economic crises.
In a press conference, Zuniga stated that his coup was a necessary step to restore democracy in Bolivia. “The Bolivian people have no future under this corrupt government.
We acted to restore democracy and free our political prisoners,” Zuniga said. He also accused President Arce of failing to lead the country and claimed that internal disputes within MAS have destabilized the nation.
In response to these claims, Justice Minister Ivan Lima categorically rejected Zuniga’s statements. Lima described Zuniga’s actions as an unfounded coup attempt and accused him of trying to justify terrorism and armed rebellion.
“General Zuniga is a criminal attempting to undermine democracy in Bolivia. He will face justice under the law,” Lima stated in an exclusive interview with local media.
The coup has not only triggered reactions within Bolivia but also attracted international attention. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador strongly condemned the coup attempt and expressed support for Bolivia’s legitimate government.
“We will not stand by while democracy is trampled. We stand with the Bolivian people and their legitimate government,” Lopez Obrador said in an official statement. Additionally, Organization of American States (OAS) Secretary-General Luis Almagro also denounced the coup and emphasized the importance of respecting democratic processes.
The big question now is: What will happen next in Bolivia? With General Zuniga facing legal charges and the government striving to control the situation, Bolivia’s future looks uncertain.
The ongoing political turmoil and international involvement add complexity to this crisis.
The military coup led by General Juan Jose Zuniga in Bolivia has opened a new chapter in the country’s political crisis.
With claims of restoring democracy and terrorism charges from the government, Bolivia stands at a critical crossroads.
The world now watches to see how the Bolivian government and the international community will handle the situation to ensure stability and uphold democracy in the country.
