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VICE News Interviews Leader of Burkina Faso Coup
General Gilbert Diendere says he's still in charge of the West African country, despite troops loyal to the government overtaking the capital city and freeing the president and prime minister.
Burkina Faso General Is Really Sorry About That Whole Coup Thing
General Gilbert Diendere, a shadowy military official who served as a spy chief under ousted President Blaise Compaore, addressed the country on national television and said he was committed to giving authority back to the transitional government.
Burkina Faso Official Will Ask Morocco to Extradite Former President
Interim Prime Minister Isaac Zida vowed to extradite ousted leader Blaise Compaoré and investigate abuses committed during his 27-year reign.
'People Don't Trust Him': Uncertainty Surrounds Colonel in Control of Burkina Faso
Military officer Isaac Zida has emerged from the shadows to declare himself interim head of state amid ongoing protests in Burkina Faso.
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