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Burkina Faso: Suspected Jihadist attack in Koulponsgo

Type of event:
Terrorist/rebel/criminal assault

Victims

16

Wounded

Date

September 21, 2023

What happened

According to a security source, a terrorist attack in Burkina Faso killed 16 civilians, including four army auxiliaries in Koulponsgo, in central-eastern Burkina. Furthermore, around 12 “terrorists” later died in an army counter-offensive.

Where it happened

Main sources