Deadly Attack in Burkina Faso: Up to 200 Killed by Al-Qaeda-Linked Group

In a tragic incident, up to 200 people were killed and at least 140 injured in central Burkina Faso by an armed group linked to al-Qaeda, known as Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM). The attack occurred near Barsalogho, a crucial region protecting the capital, Ouagadougou. The militants targeted workers digging trenches for security outposts, resulting in significant casualties and missing soldiers. The attackers also seized weapons and a military ambulance. This devastating event underscores the ongoing instability and violence in the region.