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Burkina Faso President's Allies Harass Journalist Over Jihadist Report

4/22/2026

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Supporters of Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré launched a smear campaign against Sky News journalist Yousra Elbagir after her April 10, 2026 report.
Elbagir's interview highlighted the government's struggle with a jihadist insurgency.
Traoré's supporters harassed her online and spread false claims about her family.
Sky News re-edited Elbagir's report due to a production error.
Analysts note jihadist groups now control 60-70% of Burkina Faso's territory, contradicting the government's 74% claim.

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Supporters of Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré launched a smear campaign against Sky News journalist Yousra Elbagir after her April 10, 2026 report.
Elbagir's interview highlighted the government's struggle with a jihadist insurgency.
Traoré's supporters harassed her online and spread false claims about her family.
Sky News re-edited Elbagir's report due to a production error.
Analysts note jihadist groups now control 60-70% of Burkina Faso's territory, contradicting the government's 74% claim.