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Crisis in Burkina Faso following military coups

Summary

The European Parliament addresses the political instability in Burkina Faso caused by successive military coups, calling for a return to democracy and urgent humanitarian aid.
9 20.10.2022
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Key points

  • The recent military takeovers have disrupted the democratic process and constitutional order in Burkina Faso.
  • Terrorist attacks are causing massive displacement of people and forcing many schools to close.
  • A severe humanitarian crisis is unfolding, with millions of people facing hunger and a lack of basic healthcare.
  • There is a growing geopolitical shift toward Russian influence through the use of private military contractors.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the situation in Burkina Faso following the coup The situation in Burkina Faso following the coup d’état
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