Former Bolivia President Who Criticized Israel Reportedly Targeted in Assassination Plot

Former Bolivian president Evo Morales is once again at the center of political controversy after claims emerged alleging a plot to assassinate or detain him with alleged backing from the United States.

Morales, a longtime critic of US foreign policy and a vocal supporter of Palestine, recently accused Washington of coordinating a military operation against him through Bolivian authorities. According to statements shared on his social media platforms, the former president claimed the operation involved support from the DEA and the US Southern Command. 

The allegations come months after Morales reportedly disappeared from public view in Bolivia, fueling speculation about his safety and whereabouts. Reports from international media indicate that the former leader went into hiding shortly after publicly condemning US actions in Venezuela, which he described as “imperial aggression.” 

Morales has previously survived what he described as an assassination attempt in October 2024 after gunfire struck his vehicle in Bolivia. At the time, he accused state forces of targeting him, although Bolivian authorities denied the allegations and instead claimed the incident happened after police attempted to stop his convoy at a checkpoint.

The former president has also been openly critical of Israel over the Gaza conflict and has repeatedly accused Western powers of fueling instability in Latin America and the Middle East. (Meanwhile, tensions in Bolivia continue to rise as Morales faces ongoing legal battles, including an arrest warrant linked to human trafficking allegations, charges he strongly denies. Supporters argue the cases are politically motivated attempts to silence one of Latin America’s most influential left wing figures. 

The claims surrounding the alleged assassination and kidnapping plot have triggered heated reactions online, with supporters calling it political persecution while critics accuse Morales of using conspiracy claims to rally support amid mounting legal pressure.