Captain Ibrahim Traoré has delivered a powerful message to thousands of young Burkinabè, warning them against taking shortcuts and turning against their country.

The remarks came as Burkina Faso concluded its latest compulsory patriotic immersion programme, with Traoré urging young people to defend the interests of their nation and warning about what he described as “internal traitors.”

But what exactly did Traoré mean by the warning, and why is this message attracting attention beyond Burkina Faso?

Watch the full story and share your thoughts: Is this a call for patriotism, or a warning aimed at people within the country?

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