Burkina Faso’s ruling junta claims foiling an attempt to destabilize ...
WEB1 day ago · OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso (AP) — Burkina Faso’s ruling junta said it thwarted an attempt to destabilize the African country “with the help of foreign powers.”. A transitional government has been running the West African country after the military seized power in 2022, capitalizing on popular discontent with previous democratically ...
Burkina Faso’s coup and political situation: All you need to know
WEBOct 5, 2022 · On January 24, Burkina Faso’s army, led by Damiba, announced it had deposed President Roch Kabore after more than six years in power, following several days of unrest in the capital Ouagadougou.
Gunfire near home of Burkina Faso’s leader after army mutiny
WEBJan 23, 2022 · OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso (AP) — Gunfire rang out late Sunday near the home of Burkina Faso’s embattled President Roch Marc Christian Kabore, raising the specter that a military coup might still be under way after mutinous soldiers seized a military base earlier in the day.
Heavy gunfire, soldiers on the streets in Burkina Faso capital - Al Jazeera
WEBSep 30, 2022 · Several main roads in Ouagadougou were blocked by troops. The whereabouts of coup leader-turned president Paul Henri Sandaogo Damiba were not …
Burkina Faso coup: Gunshots in capital and roads blocked - BBC
WEBOct 1, 2022 · Gunshots were heard in Burkina Faso's capital city Ouagadougou on Saturday and helicopters have circled overhead. Protesters started a fire outside the French embassy - an attack condemned "with...
More than 70 soldiers killed in Burkina Faso, extremists say
WEBFeb 25, 2023 · OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso (AP) — The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for killing more than 70 soldiers, wounding dozens and taking five hostage, in an ambush on a military convoy in northern Burkina Faso.
‘Situation under control,’ Burkina Faso coup leader says - Al Jazeera
WEBOct 2, 2022 · Protesters target France’s embassy and march in Ouagadougou carrying the Russian flag, believing Moscow can help the Burkinabe army defeat armed groups.
Burkina Faso coup: New leader Damiba gives first speech - BBC
WEBJan 28, 2022 · Analysis by Lalla Sy, BBC News, Ouagadougou. The first speech of Burkina Faso's new military leader was followed by millions. Many saw parallels with the country's charismatic 1980s military...
Burkina Faso - BBC News
WEBAug 30, 2024 · 20 Jun 2024. Attack on army base fuels Burkina Faso mutiny rumours. A deadly attack in the north has snowballed into speculation soldiers tried to usurp Capt Traoré. Africa. All the latest content...
Burkina Faso: Military official declares dissolution of ... - CNN
WEBSep 30, 2022 · A new military takeover has been declared in Burkina Faso, after a day marked by gunfire and confusion in the capital city of Ouagadougou. The country’s land and aerial borders have been...
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