Bolivia is currently experiencing a significant wave of protests against President Rodrigo Paz, just months after his centrist administration took office. Demonstrators have taken to the streets in mass numbers, leading to violent clashes with police, particularly in the capital where the city is under siege. Protests have intensified over various grievances, compelling the government to announce a cabinet reshuffle and to dismiss its Colombian ambassador amid accusations of external interference. The situation has raised concerns of a possible coup attempt, with the U.S. expressing alarm over the unrest. In response to the crisis, Paz has denounced what he calls attempts at destabilization while seeking to navigate the challenging political landscape, as trade unions and various social groups escalate their demands for change. Meanwhile, banks have closed branches in response to the unrest, and diplomatic calls for calm continue to grow as tensions remain high across the nation.