Burkina Faso attack

Burkina Faso: Over 132 civilians killed in worst militant attack in years

The United Nations said Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was outraged by the attack, whose victims included seven children.

Jun 06, 2021, 06:07 AM IST

Eight foreigners among dead in Burkina Faso attack: Minister

The "terrorist" attack on a restaurant in Burkina Faso killed at least 18 people including eight foreigners and seven locals.

Aug 14, 2017, 20:56 PM IST

Gunmen kill at least 17 in attack on Burkina Faso restaurant

Suspected jihadists killed at least 17 people and wounded eight during a raid on a restaurant in Burkina Faso`s capital on Sunday, the communications` minister said, as security forces at the scene tried to end the attack.

Aug 14, 2017, 09:33 AM IST

Burkina Faso troops retake hotel from Islamists: Security minister

Security forces ended a siege by al Qaeda fighters at a hotel in Burkina Faso`s capital on Saturday, killing three Islamist gunmen and freeing 126 hostages.

Jan 16, 2016, 15:34 PM IST

Burkina Faso terror attack: In Pics

Attackers struck an upscale hotel popular with Westerners in Burkina Faso's capital late Friday, fueling the recent political turmoil in the West African country.

Jan 16, 2016, 11:57 AM IST

Burkina Faso hotel siege over: What we know so far

At least 20 people died and others were taken hostage when Islamist gunmen stormed a hotel in the capital city of Burkina Faso on Friday.

Jan 16, 2016, 09:43 AM IST