Around the central Murillo square and other parts of the city, opposition protesters erected roadblocks made of metal scraps and other debris, as tension mounted following Morales' resignation on Sunday in the wake of a disputed election. Police officers in the unit charged with protecting the city's legislative assembly, told Reuters they were expecting a serious confrontation. She was later taken by the military to the legislative assembly. Morales' resignation still needs to be approved by the Legislative Assembly, convened by both chambers of Congress. However, Senate President Adriana Salvatierra also stepped down on Sunday.

Source: bd News24 November 12, 2019 03:09 UTC