Bolivian authorities clear road blockades after 50-day conflict

Bolivian authorities have successfully cleared all national road blockades, which had disrupted the country for 50 days since May 1. President Paz Pereira's administration resolved the prolonged conflict without resorting to bloodshed or military intervention, despite earlier threats of declaring a state of emergency. The resolution, achieved on June 24, marks the end of Bolivia's longest period of social unrest. Reports indicate the president employed a strategy focused on dividing social movements to achieve the peaceful outcome. The country is now gradually returning to normalcy after the seven-week protest period.

Sources: Le Monde — International