Riberalta on the Brink: Fuel Crisis Sparks Protest and Blockade Threat

Riberalta, Bolivia Faces Fuel Crisis and Potential Blockades Riberalta, Bolivia is facing growing unrest due to fuel shortages and rising prices of essential goods. Residents are organizing protests and have announced a large public meeting, or cabildo, for tomorrow, June 4th. If demands are not met, they threaten to block all roads in and out of the city starting that day. "Ya no se aguanta más," said one protestor, expressing the widespread frustration. (Translation: "We can't take it anymore.") The video shows long lines of vehicles, indicating the severity of the fuel shortage. Rising food prices are adding to the economic hardship felt by many residents. The protest organizers are demanding immediate action from both local and national authorities to address the fuel crisis and control inflation. The situation is evolving rapidly, and the potential for widespread disruption is a serious concern. The cabildo is expected to draw a large crowd and could be a turning point in the situation. The coming days will be critical in determining whether the government responds effectively to the residents' concerns and prevents further escalation.