Human Rights Watch reported that military forces in Burkina Faso killed 223 civilians, including numerous children, in attacks on two villages suspected of collaborating with militants. The mass killings occurred on February 25 in the northern villages of Nondin and Soro. The report urges international organizations to support investigations into the atrocities. The country has been engulfed in violence between jihadists and state-backed forces, displacing over 2 million people. Despite ongoing civilian casualties, most attacks remain unaddressed, reflecting a repressive regime’s control over dissent. The junta, in power since 2022, has intensified counterinsurgency efforts, leading to increased violence.
Burkina Faso Military Accused of Killing 223 Civilians, Including Children
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