The Guardian: Dozens of civilians killed by jihadists in Burkina Faso

Seven members of the security forces died, while 80 insurgents were reported killed

Jihadists in Burkina Faso have killed 35 civilians, mostly women, after attacking a military outpost in northern Soum province, authorities have said.

The violence, which erupted in the town of Arbinda near the country’s border with Mali, lasted for several hours, according to a military statement. Seven members of the security forces who responded died, while 80 insurgents were reported killed.

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https://ift.tt/eA8V8J by Agencies in Ouagadougou

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