Civilians killed in two deadly attacks in northern Burkina Faso

At least 29 people were killed in Burkina Faso’s troubled north on Sunday after a food convoy and a transport truck were attacked, France 24 reported Monday.

A “terrorist” attack on the convoy killed 14 civilians, while the truck hit an explosive device in Sanmatenga province, killing 15 people and wounding six, the government said in separate statements.

“This drama comes as important security efforts are underway in this region,” it said. “Military reinforcements have been deployed.”