Failed Coup Attempt in Burkina Faso Thwarted, Plotters Apprehended

Burkina Faso's military rulers have announced that a coup attempt against their government has been foiled by the country's intelligence and security services. Four people have been arrested, while two others are still being sought. The military government expressed regret that officers had strayed from their duty to defend the country. Burkina Faso has been plagued by armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIS, causing widespread instability and displacement.