Burkina Faso massacre survivor describes bloodshed in trenches

A survivor of a brutal massacre in Barsalogho, Burkina Faso, recounted the horror of searching through piles of bodies to find her brothers.

The attack, claimed by an Al Qaeda-linked group, left at least 400 people dead.

The woman, who fled with her toddler, described how militants attacked civilians and soldiers alike, killing indiscriminately.

She later helped collect bodies and bury her brothers.

The attack highlights the escalating violence in Burkina Faso and the government’s controversial reliance on civilians for defense.

Survivors are now being silenced by the military, raising concerns about justice and accountability.