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The UN’s top human rights official on Friday voiced serious concern over the dramatic deterioration of the situation in Burkina Faso, where almost 1,800 people are reported to have been unlawfully killed between November last year and April. more
Burkina Faso military executes 223 civilians, says Human Rights Watch

The Burkina Faso military summarily executed at least 223 civilians, including at least 56 children, in two villages on February 25, 2024, Human Rights Watch said.

Humanitarians launch $877 million plan for Burkina Faso

New York: A staggering 4.7 million people in Burkina Faso, a fifth of the population, will need humanitarian assistance this year, the UN and partners said on Tuesday, announcing a $877 m ...

Over 60 women kidnapped in Burkina Faso freed : Reports

Moscow: Dozens of girls and women abducted earlier this month in Burkina Faso have been released, the national RTB broadcaster reports.

UN calls for immediate release of 50 women and girls abducted in Burkina Faso

Some 50 women and girls in Burkina Faso who were abducted last week while looking for food must be released immediately, the United Nations said on Tuesday.

Burkina Faso crisis: Military officer removes Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba

An army captain in Burkina Faso has announced on national television that he has ousted military leader Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba, triggering yet another moment of tension in the country. ...

Burkina Faso: UN chief condemns brutal attack that left scores dead

New York: UN Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned a weekend attack in Burkina Faso that left dozens of civilians dead and displaced scores more, his Spokespers ...

Burkina Faso: Rising displacement adds to Sahel crises

New York: Insecurity in Burkina Faso, particularly in the region bordering Côte d’Ivoire, is pushing more people to seek safety both within and outside the country, the UN ref ...

US govt expresses concern over Burkina Faso coup

Washington: The United States on Tuesday expressed concern over the development in Burkina Faso where a coup was carried out by sections of the armed forces.

Burkina Faso: 25 terrorists die during sweep operations 

Ouagadougou/Xinhua: Burkina Faso's Army said it killed more than 25 terrorists but lost three soldiers and six volunteers during sweep operations from June 7 to 13.