PRESIDENT Ibrahim Traore of Burkina Faso has narrowly escaped yet another attempt on his life, sources close to the government confirmed on Saturday.
The incident, which reportedly took place late Thursday evening, marks the latest in a series of challenges to Traore’s leadership since he assumed power.
Details surrounding the assassination attempt remain sketchy, but preliminary reports suggest that unidentified assailants targeted the President during a routine movement in the capital. Security forces quickly intervened, thwarting the attack and ensuring Traore’s safety.
No official statement has been released by the presidential office at this time, though an investigation is said to be underway.
Traore, a military officer who rose to prominence after leading a coup in September 2022, has faced persistent threats to his rule amid Burkina Faso’s ongoing struggle with insurgency and political instability.
This latest incident underscores the fragile security situation in the West African nation, where jihadist violence and internal dissent continue to destabilise the region. Authorities have yet to identify the perpetrators or their motives, but speculation is rife that the attack could be linked to either extremist factions or political rivals.
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