Burkina Faso’s military government has reported the successful thwarting of a significant coup attempt aimed at overthrowing junta leader Capt Ibrahim Traoré. The alleged plotters, Current and former soldiers purportedly working with terrorist groups, had plans to attack the presidential palace. Security Minister Mahamadou Sana detailed the coup's objectives on state television, indicating the intention to create chaos and facilitate foreign interference in the country's governance. This incident marks yet another attempt on Traoré's leadership since he came to power amid rising violence from jihadist factions.
**Burkina Faso's Military Government Claims to Thwart Major Coup Attempt**
**Burkina Faso's Military Government Claims to Thwart Major Coup Attempt**
Burkina Faso's junta leader faces ongoing threats as military foils alleged coup plot orchestrated from Ivory Coast.
In a statement made Monday, Security Minister Sana indicated that the coup attempt was orchestrated not only by individuals within Burkina Faso but also included support from outside forces in neighbouring Ivory Coast. According to Sana, the conspirators sought the aid of religious and traditional leaders to sway military officers into supporting the insurrection planned for April 16, 2025. He pointed specifically to two ex-officers believed to be masterminding the plot from across the border, highlighting a troubling pattern of alleged foreign interference.
Burkina Faso, along with neighboring Mali and Niger, has been grappling with escalating threats from armed jihadist groups, with significant parts of the nation remaining under insurgent control. Capt Traoré’s military government, despite pledges to enhance national security, continues to face a dire situation marked by persistent violence. Earlier this month, several military personnel were captured for their involvement in destabilizing activities, indicating deeper unrest within the armed forces.
Moreover, the Burkinabe junta has a history of accusing Ivory Coast of harboring opponents in exile, further straining relations. This recent claim follows an incident in November 2022, when Burkina Faso asserted it thwarted another plot against its leadership. In the geopolitical context, Burkina Faso has pivoted away from alliances with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and former colonial power France, seeking instead closer ties with Russia.
This cycle of alleged coup attempts underscores the fragility of Burkina Faso’s current regime amid increasing violence and dissent within the country.
Burkina Faso, along with neighboring Mali and Niger, has been grappling with escalating threats from armed jihadist groups, with significant parts of the nation remaining under insurgent control. Capt Traoré’s military government, despite pledges to enhance national security, continues to face a dire situation marked by persistent violence. Earlier this month, several military personnel were captured for their involvement in destabilizing activities, indicating deeper unrest within the armed forces.
Moreover, the Burkinabe junta has a history of accusing Ivory Coast of harboring opponents in exile, further straining relations. This recent claim follows an incident in November 2022, when Burkina Faso asserted it thwarted another plot against its leadership. In the geopolitical context, Burkina Faso has pivoted away from alliances with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and former colonial power France, seeking instead closer ties with Russia.
This cycle of alleged coup attempts underscores the fragility of Burkina Faso’s current regime amid increasing violence and dissent within the country.
