Asked in a 2024 paperVery hard

Civilians of which country on November 1, 2024, stormed a barracks and took 'around 200 soldiers hostage', according to its military sources?

Correct answer: B. Bolivia

  • A. Algeria
  • B. Bolivia
  • C. Sudan
  • D. Venezuela

Explanation

The incident occurred in Bolivia, where supporters of former president Evo Morales seized military facilities and took soldiers hostage amid escalating political tensions. The episode was linked to the conflict between Morales and President Luis Arce’s factions.

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