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Clashes between farmers and police in Bolivia after two months

After two months of calm, clashes between farmers and police have resumed in Bolivia due to protests against rising fuel prices.

28 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Recently, clashes occurred in Bolivia between farmers and the police, marking the first escalation of tension in two months. The farmers, who had previously maintained a period of calm, reacted to the increase in fuel prices, leading to protests that resulted in roadblocks.

On Thursday, riot police responded to the demonstrators using tear gas. In one incident, farmers defended themselves by throwing stones while trying to protect a blockade on a bridge in Marbán, located in the Beni region of the Bolivian Amazon.

Reports indicate that the situation escalated quickly, with police attempting to dislodge farmers who remained firm in their demands. The protests aim to draw attention to the economic hardships imposed by rising fuel prices, which directly impact the lives of farmers.

The demonstrators had adopted a stance of resistance, facing intensified police action. The escalation of clashes provoked a response from law enforcement, creating an immediate conflict situation.

The Beni area had already been the scene of previous tensions, but the resumption of clashes represents a resurgence of farmers' demands, who are hoping for significant changes in the government's pricing policies.

These events underscore the fragility of the situation in Bolivia regarding social protests and the response of authorities, reflecting a climate of discontent that persists in the country.

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