Friday, November 15, 2019

Southfront — Russia Clarified Its Position Towards Crisis In Bolivia

This week Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that Russia recognizes the acting president of Bolivia, Senator Janine Agnes as head of state, but only until an election is organized. This decision was made due to the fact that it was she who was to take the place of the interim head of the republic in accordance with the law after the resignation of the leadership. At the same time, the events preceding the change of power in the country, the Russian side regards as a coup.
During the November 14 press birefing, a spokesperson for Russia’s Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova further clarified the position of Russia towards the crisis (source):
Russia may be taking a cautious approach in that it is building a nuclear power station in Bolivia and doesn't want to sour the deal.

Southfront

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