Political Tensions Reach Boiling Point in Bolivia

A special anti-drug trafficking operation in Bolivia faced unexpected gunfire involving vehicles transporting former President Evo Morales. This incident has escalated political tensions between Morales and current President Luis Arce as Morales accuses the government of an assassination attempt.

The Bolivian special anti-drug trafficking force engaged in an operation on Sunday, during which vehicles linked to Evo Morales opened fire on them, according to the nation's interior minister. Authorities have denied claims of a targeted attack against the former president.

Evo Morales alleged that this was an assassination attempt by the government after bullets hit his vehicle early Sunday morning, amidst escalating political discord in Bolivia.

This incident marks a significant rise in tensions between Morales and his former ally, President Luis Arce, who leads the country amid mounting unrest in the Andean nation.

(With inputs from agencies.)