Burkina Faso claims control over nearly 75% of its territory
Burkinabe authorities claim control over 74.53% of the territory after reconquest operations.
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Burkinabe authorities claim control over 74.53% of the territory after reconquest operations
The fact
This assessment was presented by the Minister of War and Patriotic Defense.
The military junta seeks to reassure its ability to combat armed groups.
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Why it matters
Cette déclaration des autorités burkinabè vise à montrer des progrès dans la lutte contre l'insécurité, mais elle reste à vérifier sur le terrain. Elle intervient dans un contexte de méfiance envers les juntes militaires en Afrique de l'Ouest.