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'The President Will Go to the Hague': Protests Escalate in Burundi
VICE News was on the ground in Burundi to capture the unrest amongst protestors who are demonstrating against President Pierre Nkurunziza's plan to run for a third term in office.
In Photos: Masked Protesters Face Off with Burundi Police as Anti-Government Demonstrations Rage On
VICE News was on the ground in Burundi on Wednesday as demonstrations went into their 11th day, documenting burned out cars, stand-offs with police, and protesters camouflaged with leaves and goggles.
Barricades, Burning Tires, and Bad Blood: On the Streets During the Protests in Burundi
VICE News was on the ground in Burundi as police clashed with protesters angry over the incumbent president’s bid for a third term in office.
Burundi Silences Radio Stations and Arrests Human Rights Activist as Political Crackdown Continues
After six people were killed during large protests Sunday in Burundi’s capital over the president’s plan to seek a third term in office, police and protesters squared off again Monday.
Burundi’s Government Threatens to Unleash Army on Opposition Protesters
Demonstrators have been protesting president Pierre Nkurunziza's anticipated bid for re-election, which will defy the two-term limit imposed by the country’s constitution.
Tensions Rise In Burundi Ahead Of June Presidential Election
The International community and the country’s opposition and religious leaders are urging President Pierre Nkurunziza not to run for a third term.
Burundi Army Claims It Killed 95 Rebels from Neighboring Congo
The military claims the rebels entered the country to destabilize it ahead of upcoming elections, but the identity and motives of the group remains unclear.
US Warns Against Travel to Burundi Amid a Wave of Violent Attacks
In the lead-up to the 2015 presidential elections, armed gangs are carrying out attacks throughout the country. No one really knows who they are or what they want.