Burkina Faso Rally: 'Imperialism Trembles' Amidst Coup Plot Claims and Accusations

Mass Rally in Ouagadougou

• ⚡ Thousands gathered in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, in a demonstration that the prime minister declared "makes imperialism tremble."
• 💬 The prime minister stated, "Some will not sleep tonight, but their nightmare will last because we are standing ready until final victory."

Thwarted Coup Plot Allegations

• ⚠️ The rally follows the junta's recent announcement of thwarting a major coup plot.
• 🚨 On April 21st, the military reported the arrest of several senior officers accused of conspiring with external forces to overthrow the government.

Denouncing External Accusations

• 🗣️ Organizers stated the rally was also to denounce remarks attributed to US General Michael Langley.
• 💰 Langley is accused of claiming junta leader Ibrahim Trayor is using Burkina Faso's gold reserves for personal gain instead of the people's well-being.
• ✊ The prime minister asserted, "They will lie as they usually do... This time it will not pass. Our economy belongs to us. Our gold belongs to us. Our underground resources belong to us."

Junta's Rise to Power

• ✊ Fay took power in a September 2022 coup amidst an escalating jihadist insurgency.
• 🔒 Security has been prioritized, and promised elections have been postponed.