Foutouri, Burkina Faso, where an estimated 600 terrorists launched a coordinated offensive at dawn.

Foutouri, Burkina Faso, where an estimated 600 terrorists launched a coordinated offensive at dawn. At dawn on August 20, 2025, an estimated 600 terrorists launched a coordinated offensive near Foutouri in eastern Burkina Faso. The Burkinabe armed forces responded decisively, neutralizing over 100 attackers during the counter-operation. The military managed to kill two high-ranking terrorist leaders: Abou Souleymane, a key logistician, and Abdoul Bâdre, the indoctrination officer. This disruption of the enemy command led to the remaining terrorists withdrawing in a disorderly manner. In addition, the military captured a significant amount of weapons, including motorcycles and machine guns, which significantly hampered the terrorists' operational capabilities. Burkina Faso's armed forces thwart a major terrorist attack in the east. The military's effective response led to the elimination of two high-profile targets: Abou Souleymane, a key logistician, and Abdoul Bâdre, who was responsible for indoctrination. The loss of these leaders fundamentally disrupted the enemy's chain of command, leading to a disorderly withdrawal of the remaining forces. In addition, significant quantities of weapons, including motorcycles and machine guns, were captured after the engagement, significantly hampering the group's operational capabilities.

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