Why I fled Bolivia – Morales

Why I fled Bolivia – Morales

Former Bolivian President, Evo Morales, has arrived in Mexico City, saying he asked for asylum because his life was in danger.

Mr. Morales resigned on Sunday after weeks of protests over a disputed presidential election result.

The Mexican jet carrying him landed at an airport in Mexico City, where he gave a brief news conference.

Mr. Morales said he was forced to stand down but did so willingly “so there would be no more bloodshed.”

• Former Bolivian president Morales heads to Mexico for asylum

The left-wing leader said he and the Bolivian government were “very grateful” to Mexican President, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, whom he credited with saving his life.

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