Burkina Faso government summons EU Ambassador over European Parliament remarks
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The European Union Ambassador to Burkina Faso was summoned by the government on Monday, June 22, 2026. This action follows statements made by General and European Member of Parliament Christophe Gomart before the European Parliament last weekend. Gomart expressed significant concerns regarding Burkina Faso, stating that the destabilization of West Africa directly threatens Europe. He described the country's current situation as a "sanctuary for terrorism," asserting that Burkina Faso accounts for most terrorist attacks in the Sahel region and that authorities no longer control over half of its territory. General Gomart also mentioned the country's diplomatic isolation from the international community and violations of individual liberties, citing the suspension and dissolution of several associations and NGOs.
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