Former Bolivian President Evo Morales thanked Mexico for "saving" his life after coming to the country for asylum.
"As long as I live, we will still follow the political path and continue to struggle," Morales told reporters after arriving at the airport in Mexico City, Mexico, on November 12, and reiterating. accusing the opposition of ousting him in a coup.
The former Bolivian president was greeted by Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard at the airport, then left by a military helicopter. Mexican officials have not disclosed his whereabouts due to security concerns.
Morales announced his resignation on television on November 10 under the pretext "for the good of the country", but added that "the dark forces destroyed national democracy". Earlier, the Organization of American States (OAS) said there were serious irregularities in the October 20 election, prompting Morales's political allies to step down and the army calling for his action. the same, similar.
Morales' election to a fourth term sparked street violence, but the situation was even worse after his resignation. The image in the city of Cochabamba shows police struggling to stop Morales supporters.
In Bolivia's capital La Paz, politicians and civilian leaders are also struggling to restore order after weeks of protests. "We are rising from one of the darkest places in history. I ask everyone from now on to join hands to rebuild democracy and rule of law," said Jeanine Anez, vice president of the Senate. Bolivia, who claimed to be the country's interim president, said.
La Paz residents expressed hope that politicians will help restore order to the capital, which has been rocked by protests and looting. A union leader threatened to organize a general strike if the deadlock situation was not resolved.