An Al-Qaeda-linked armed group killed at least 27 civilians in two attacks in Burkina Faso ’s northern Yatenga province in September 2026.

The group’s relentless, unlawful attacks put civilians across Burkina Faso at grave risk. The laws of war prohibit attacking civilians, and those who order, commit, or assist serious violations of the laws of war with criminal intent may be prosecuted for war crimes .

Burkina Faso authorities should urgently strengthen protection for threatened communities, investigate abuses, and fairly prosecute those responsible.

(Nairobi) – An Al-Qaeda-linked armed group killed at least 27 civilians in two attacks in Burkina Faso ’s northern Yatenga province in September 2026, Human Rights Watch said today.…