Burkina Faso, once a paragon of interethnic harmony, is now engulfed in one of West Africa's deadliest conflicts following a coup in 2022 that escalated violence.
Since Capt. Ibrahim Traore's rise to power, the creation of a civilian militia has resulted in increased violence, as acts against local populations have doubled under his direction.
The Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland, intended to protect communities, have instead become agents of brutality, leading to fears of a potential civil war.
Research indicates that on average, militiamen have carried out violent acts against local populations every six days since the unrest escalated, showcasing a grim reality.
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