01/09/2023
Unidentified armed men hijacked a fuel truck in Sablogo
On January 9, 2023, unidentified armed men hijacked a fuel tanker in Sablogo.
A clash took place between unidentified armed men and DSF assisted by DPV in Gayéri. 10 DPV killed
On January 9, 2023, a major clash took place between unidentified armed men and the Defense and Security Forces assisted by the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland in Gayéri. The toll was 10 VDP killed, three DSF wounded, but at least 30 terrorists killed.
01/10/2023
Terrorists attacked Bouloulou. 4 people killed
On January 10, 2023, terrorists attacked the village of Bouloulou. Four people were killed and there was significant material damage.
An IED attack targeted a FAMa vehicle on the Goundam-Tombouctou road
On January 10, 2023, an IED attack targeted a FAMa vehicle on the Goundam-Tombouctou road.
Double IED attack against the FAMa near Diafarabé. 14 FAMa killed
On January 10, 2023, a double IED attack killed 14 soldiers between Dia and Diafarabé and Koumara and Macina. Eleven soldiers were injured and one vehicle destroyed. More than 31 terrorists were reportedly neutralized.
01/11/2022
Unidentified armed men carried out an attack in Korizena. 2 VDP and 3 civilians killed
On January 11, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked Korizena. Two volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland and three civilians were killed (updated).
Unidentified armed men carried out an attack in Debéré. One person killed
On January 11, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked Debéré. One civilian died, one was reported missing, another was abducted, and livestock were taken away.
Unidentified armed men attack in Falagountou. 2 VDP and 2 civilians killed
On January 11, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked Falagountou. Two volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland and two civilians were killed.
JNIM attacked the security post of Kimparana killing a gendarme
On January 11, 2023, JNIM men attacked the Kimparana security post at the intersection of Koutiala and Yorosso. One gendarme was killed and the post was set on fire. The JNIM claimed responsibility for the attack.
Unidentified armed men kidnapped men and stole a mini-bus in Bara Sara
On January 11, 2023, unidentified armed men abducted men and stole a mini-bus from Parou to Sonngobia. The women were spared.
The VDP conducted an assault on the terrorist bases of Helga, Dessé and Mouka. 10 terrorists killed
On January 11, 2023, Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland conducted an assault on the terrorist bases of Helga, Dessé and Mouka in eastern Burkina Faso. Ten terrorists were neutralized and equipment was recovered.
The ISGS attacked the village of Ticknawell killing a dozen civilians
On January 11, 2023, Islamic State radicals attacked the village of Ticknawell near the Essakane mining site. A dozen civilians were killed, including the muezzin of the mosque.
01/12/2023
Unidentfied armed men attacked the Samanko forestry post
During the night of January 12-13, 2023, suspected terrorists attacked the Samanko forestry post in the Nara circle, taking three motorcycles.
01/13/2023
Unidentified armed men attacked the police station in Zoaga
On January 13, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked the police station in Zoaga. Significant damage was reported.
Unidentified armed men attacked a VDP post in Arbinda killing 2 VDP
On January 13, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland post in Arbinda. Two VDP were killed.
01/14/2023
Clash between terrorists in Sampelga
On January 14, 2023, a confrontation took place between two terrorist groups towards Sampelga. No casualties were reported.
Unidentified armed men killed 2 people near Tougan
On January 14, 2023, unidentified armed men killed two people near Tougan.
Unidentified armed men attacked Bembela killing 2 children
On January 14, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked Bembela killing two children and causing extensive property damage.
Incursion of Boko Haram in Gansé to steal sheep
On the night of January 14-15, 2015, suspected Boko Haram elements raided Gansé and stole 150 sheep.
01/15/2023
Unidentified armed men killed 4 gendarmes near Kwala
On January 15, 2023, unidentified armed men attacked gendarmes near Kwala (not Kouala) on the Gomitra-Kwala road. Four gendarmes were killed and three others were injured. Two vehicles were stolen and two others were set on fire. Fifteen terrorists were reportedly neutralized during the retaliation.
Clash between unidentified armed men and VDP towards Markoye. 2 VDP were killed
On January 15, 2023, a clash took place between unidentified armed men and Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland on the Dambam-Markoye road. Two VDP were killed.
