Tag Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Suspends BBC, VOA Broadcasts

BURKINA Faso authorities announced late Thursday the suspension of radio broadcasts from BBC Africa and the US-funded Voice of America (VOA) for two weeks, citing their coverage of a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report alleging military atrocities. The decision has ignited controversy, prompting calls for…

Burkina Faso Expels French Diplomats Over Subversive Claims

TENSIONS escalate between Burkina Faso and France as the military government of the West African nation expels three French diplomats over accusations of subversive activities. The move, revealed in a letter obtained by Reuters, underscores the strained relations between the two…

France Denies Burkina Faso Accusations – Statement

TENSIONS escalate between Burkina Faso and France as the French Foreign Ministry expresses regret over Burkina Faso’s decision to expel French diplomats and staff, some of whom were serving at the French embassy in the country. ‘We reject the unfounded accusations made…