Bolivian President Evo Morales announced his resignation after the army and police announced their withdrawal of support for him.

In a televised speech on November 10, President Morales, who has run Bolivia for nearly 14 years, said he resigned "for the sake of the country" but added that "dark forces have destroyed the background. national democracy, "referring to the opponents he accused of plotting a coup.

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Bolivian President Evo Morales at a press conference in the city of El Alto on November 10 Photo: Reuters

Morales's announcement came shortly after Bolivian armed forces commander Williams Kaliman urged him to leave his chair in order to "keep the country stable and peaceful."

In the capital, Lapaz, people have flocked to the streets to celebrate the decision of President Morales. Earlier, protesters blocked many streets, causing the situation to be delayed. Besides the President, Bolivian Vice President Alvaro Garcia Linera also announced his resignation.

Unrest in Bolivia has erupted since Morales was elected to his fourth term on October 20. Opposition accused of fraud in election results, calling for the organization to vote again. At least three people have been killed and more than 300 injured in clashes between anti-government and Morales supporters.