2 hours agoThe French Embassy attack reports 28 victims
Periskopi(8 years ago)
(8 years ago)Armed men attacked the French Embassy and the offices of the national army in Burkina Faso's capital. Authorities claim 7 security forces members were killed and another 6 were injured, but “France-Press”, which cites security sources, speaks of at least 28 victims. At the same time, six aggressors have also been killed. Still [...]
Authorities claim 7 security forces members were killed and another 6 were injured, but “France-Press”, which cites security sources, speaks of at least 28 victims. At the same time, six aggressors have also been killed. It is still not clear who is behind the event, even though authority is almost certain that it is a terrorist attack.
The Elise Palace announced that French President Emmanuel Macron is carefully following developments, while French citizens in Burkina Faso have been instructed to follow embassy councils. French troops operating in the country have also been sent to the affected area. /Top Channel
