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"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.

via Al Jazeera English|

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"Deadly Attack on Catholic Church in Burkina Faso Leaves 15 Dead"

At least 15 people were killed and two others injured in an attack on a Catholic church in north-eastern Burkina Faso, suspected to be carried out by Islamist militants. This is the latest in a series of attacks attributed to such groups in the country, where more than a third of the territory is under insurgent control. The authorities have been battling Islamist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State, and churches have been targeted in recent years, resulting in the deaths of many worshippers. Burkina Faso, along with Mali and Niger, recently pulled out of the regional bloc, Ecowas, citing lack of support in the fight against terrorism.

via BBC.com|

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