Burkina Faso authorities say new coup plot foiled, arrests underway

[Africanews - Africa] - 7/01/2026

Authorities in Burkina Faso say they have thwarted a new coup attempt amid heightened political tensions in the West African country. The alleged plot was uncovered late on Saturday night, January 3, before it could be carried out, according to official sources.

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