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Bolivia’s president denounces ‘self-coup’ accusations as ‘lies’ as supporters rally

Bolivian President Luis Arce has denied accusations of orchestrating a coup, labeling them as lies and saying that General Juan José Zúñiga acted independently.Arce’s statement followed Zúñiga’s claim that the president directed the mutiny to bolster his popularity.Arce’s supporters rallied outside the presidential palace, offering political support.Bolivian President Luis Arce…

Taiwan issues travel advisory after China vows to execute independence supporters

The Taiwanese government warned its citizens not to travel to mainland China on Thursday after Beijing threatened to execute residents who support the island’s independence.Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council spokesman Liang Wen-chieh issued the warning during a routine press conference. The Chinese government announced a new policy targeting “separatists” last week,…