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1 Dead, Media Blackout As Army Cleared Protesters In Burkina Faso

Nov 03, 2014 12:51 AM EST

At the height of protest rallies on Burkina Faso's state TV station on Sunday, state army began the clearing operations that led to one fatality two days after President Blaise Compaore resigned.

Burkina Faso President Refuses To Step Down Amid Violent Clashes

Christl Leong |

Oct 30, 2014 11:09 PM EDT

Burkina Faso President Blaise Compaore on Thursday announced plans to stay on as head of an interim government until after the elections amid demands from opposition to immediately step down.

Protests Erupt At Burkina Faso As Leader Seeks To Extend Rule

Christl Leong |

Oct 29, 2014 02:15 AM EDT

Thousands of civilians gathered in the streets of Burkina Faso's capital in Ouagadougou on Tuesday to protest President Blaise Compaore's plans to extend his term and seek re-election.