Burkina Faso: 15 persons killed in attack on Church
Posted on: February 28, 2024
Tragically, at least fifteen worshipers were killed during a terrorist attack at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Bomborokuy, western Burkina Faso. The heart-wrenching news was reported on Feb. 25 by Bishop Laurent Birfuoré Dabiré, the Bishop of Dori. More details about this distressing attack during Sunday mass can be found on Vatican News.
In response to the violence, Pope Francis has expressed deep sorrow and condemned the bloodshed in Burkina Faso. He is earnestly calling for peace. You can read the Pope’s full statement on Vatican News.
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