Plot to kill Burkina Faso leader foiled, says junta

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete January 7, 2026 at 11:17 AM

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Burkina Faso's junta announced it foiled a plot to assassinate military leader Capt Ibrahim Traoré, allegedly orchestrated by ousted leader Lt Col Paul Henri Damiba. Security Minister Mahamadou Sana stated the plan involved assassinating Traoré and targeting key institutions, with funding allegedly originating from Ivory Coast. The authorities claim to have uncovered video evidence and made arrests, accusing Damiba of mobilizing soldiers and civilians, securing foreign funding, and planning to disable the country's drone base. The Ivorian government has not yet commented on the allegations. This is not the first time the junta has accused Ivory Coast of interfering in its affairs. Traoré, who seized power in September 2022, has faced previous coup attempts and is grappling with jihadist violence.

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Mahamadou Sana ×260% Ivory Coast ×470% Paul Henri Damiba ×380% Ibrahim Traoré ×490% Burkina Faso 90%

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coup plot 90% assassination attempt 80% ibrahim traoré 70% burkina faso 70% political instability 60% military junta 60% ivory coast 50% paul henri damiba 50% foreign interference 40%

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