Bolivian Airport Taken Over Amid Fears of Military Intervention

Cochabamba Airport Seizure Highlights Fears of Military Escalation in Bolivia's Chapare Region. Residents of Chimoré took control of the local airport on June 6th, 2025, to protest the alleged mobilization of government troops to the Chapare region. This action follows warnings from MAS (Movement Towards Socialism) deputies who claim the government is militarizing the area. "Vehicles are heading to the tropics, heavily armed," stated Deputy Renán Cabezas, expressing his concern. The video footage shows military trucks and tense confrontations between security forces and protesters. Deputy Zacarías Laura emphasized the importance of preventing violence, stating, "We hope the national government and the Bolivian police can overcome these eventualities." The situation underscores the ongoing political tensions in Bolivia and the potential for further unrest.