Tonssira Myrian Corine Sanou, Burkina Faso’s communication spokesperson, announced late Thursday that both radio stations would face a two-week suspension. Additionally, other media outlets were cautioned against reporting on the story.
The Human Rights Watch report, released Thursday, documented the army’s alleged killing of 223 civilians, including 56 children, in villages suspected of collaborating with militants. The report garnered international attention, with coverage from outlets like the Associated Press.
