Burkinabé
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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There is also no evidence the Burkinabé authorities were involved in the Ivory Coast coup rumours but people based there did amplify the claims.
From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025
This was further inflamed when shortly afterwards, the Burkinabé junta said it had foiled a coup plot, alleging the plotters were based in neighbouring Ivory Coast - where Gen Langley then made a visit.
From BBC • May 11, 2025
"There were no legitimate grounds for the Burkinabé authorities' decision. We can only deplore it," spokesman Christophe Lemoine was quoted by AFP news agency as saying.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2024
With a weak army and reluctance to countenance negotiation with the armed groups, the Burkinabé government is stuck.
From The Guardian • Mar. 7, 2019
Nearly 30 years after the murder, memories of Sankara recently inspired the Burkinabé to oust Compaoré, forcing him into exile and calling him to account for his role in the crime.
From The Guardian • Jan. 17, 2017
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