Burkina Faso: Captain Ibrahim Traoré announces a high-intensity war, backed by logistical and military reinforcements
The visit of President Captain Ibrahim Traoré to Pô carried significant weight as he engaged directly with combat forces from the Centre-South region at Camp Thomas-Sankara. Addressing troops as Commander-in-Chief of Burkina Faso’s Armed Forces, Captain Traoré delivered a powerful message underscoring the nation’s unwavering commitment to its counterterrorism campaign.
His declaration: “We are doing everything possible to intensify the fight and crush the enemy”, represents more than mere rhetoric; it signals a decisive shift in Burkina Faso’s military strategy toward full-scale offensive operations, backed by substantial enhancements in both equipment and tactical capabilities.
The Burkinabe government has made substantial investments in strengthening its defense apparatus, acquiring heavy military equipment including armored vehicles and advanced munitions, deploying surveillance and combat drones, and upgrading tactical communication systems.
These developments are complemented by expanded air support capabilities and improved supply logistics for operations in remote areas.
Simultaneously, the country has intensified training for its Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), progressively professionalizing their equipment and operational readiness.
This military escalation reflects a fundamental transformation in Burkina Faso’s approach to the conflict.
No longer content with merely containing the threat, the nation’s forces are now transitioning to an offensive posture with the clear objective of liberating occupied territories, restoring stability, and reestablishing state authority across the entire national territory.
The message of Captain Ibrahim Traoré at Camp Thomas-Sankara thus marks a pivotal moment in Burkina Faso’s security strategy, setting the stage for what may prove to be a decisive phase in the nation’s fight against terrorism.
Maurice K.ZONGO
