Burkina Faso severs diplomatic ties with France
Burkina Faso's military junta severed diplomatic ties with France, accusing Paris of undermining its national interests. Communications minister Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo condemned French actions as 'neo-colonial ambitions' amid rising tensions since the 2022 coup led by Capt Ibrahim Traore. The decision reflects Burkina Faso's pivot towards allies like China and Russia amidst ongoing security challenges.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 14:21 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 15:00 UTC
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