After weeks of chaos, the crisis in Bolivia is showing signs of calming despite an air disaster

The crisis that has gripped Bolivia for several weeks appears to be easing following the adoption of emergency measures by the authorities. However, a military plane crash during a humanitarian aid mission, resulting in six deaths, has cast a shadow over this improvement.

Bolivian lawmakers overwhelmingly approved the national state of emergency declared by President Rodrigo Paz late Saturday night. This decision comes after several weeks of violence, protests, and roadblocks that have paralyzed much of the country.

At the same time, a Bolivian Air Force plane participating in a relief operation crashed. According to authorities, all six people on board were killed. The exact circumstances of the crash were not immediately clear.

Roadblocks, organized in various regions of the country, have caused serious economic and logistical disruptions. These blockades have led to shortages of food, fuel, and medicine, affecting millions of people and raising serious concerns about the humanitarian situation.

According to the Bolivian state news agency, 28 roadblocks remained in place on Sunday. This figure, however, represents a decrease compared to previous days, fueling hopes for a gradual return to normalcy.

To address the crisis, military personnel have been deployed to several strategic areas, particularly around El Alto and major transportation routes. The government states that these measures aim to restore the flow of essential goods and ensure public safety.

Despite initial signs of calm, authorities remain cautious. The continued presence of several roadblocks and underlying political tensions indicate that the crisis is not yet fully resolved. The government nevertheless hopes that the state of emergency and support operations will gradually restore stability to the country.