Bolivia’s Morales says vehicle fired upon as political tensions rise
NBCOCT 31 2024
Bolivia: Evo Morales Claims Assassination Attempt, Accuses Government
Above: Evo Morales, Bolivia's former president, speaks during a campaign launch in Lauca Eñe, Cochabamba, on Oct. 4, 2023. Image copyright: Marcelo Perez del Carpio/Contributor/Bloomberg via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
The attack against Evo Morales and his entourage is a clear act of fascist violence with the sole intention of silencing a political leader and promoting hatred in the country. Authorities in Bolivia must hold accountable those responsible for this assassination attempt.
Narrative B
This so-called assassination attempt against Morales was most likely staged as he has long sought to cause unrest in Bolivia to advance his own political ambitions and undermine the Arce administration. It's better to take his claims with a grain of salt before investigations are concluded.