Deadly Attacks on Civilians in Burkina Faso by Security Forces and Suspected Jihadists

Burkina Faso's security forces are accused of killing at least 150 civilians and injuring many others in the village of Karma. The UN has called for an independent investigation into the "horrific killing of civilians." The violence is believed to be linked to the ongoing insurgency by jihadi fighters in the country. The extrajudicial killings of civilians have increased since the second coup in September 2022. The abuses are expected to drive people into the hands of the jihadis and create a backlash against Burkina Faso's junta.