A devastating attack on a military base in northern Burkina Faso has resulted in the deaths of approximately 50 soldiers. The incident occurred in the town of Dargo, where a group of around 100 militants launched a brutal assault early Monday.
After overpowering the troops, the attackers reportedly looted the base and set it on fire. While no official statement has been released by the military, the group responsible is believed to be Jama’at Nasr al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an extremist faction linked to a growing wave of violence across West Africa.
Burkina Faso has been grappling with a worsening security crisis, with armed groups seizing control of large rural areas. The instability has fueled political turmoil, including two coups since 2022. Despite changes in leadership and military strategy, the interim government continues to struggle in containing the violence.
This latest assault highlights the severe challenges facing the country, where both civilians and soldiers are caught in an increasingly volatile conflict.