"Deadly Attack on Catholic Church in Burkina Faso Leaves 15 Worshippers Killed"

Gunmen attacked a Catholic church in the northern village of Essakane, Burkina Faso, killing at least 15 worshippers during Sunday mass. The attack, labeled as a "terrorist attack" by church officials, left 12 dead at the scene and three others succumbed to their injuries later. The region has been plagued by armed group violence, with some attacks targeting Christian churches and clergy abductions. Burkina Faso's military rulers have struggled to restore peace in the conflict-hit areas, exacerbated by porous borders with Mali and Niger, both facing security crises.