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Jihadist attacks fuel fear of ethnic violence in Burkina
Jihadist attacks fuel fear of ethnic violence in Burkina
Africa
by  AFP

Jihadist attacks in Burkina Faso have inflamed accusations against the Fulani community, sparking warnings the troubled country may spiral into ethnic conflict -- even civil war. In an opinion piece published last week, former foreign minister Alpha Barry warned the anti-Fulani postings amounted to "the risk of a genuine civil war".

Six months on, Russians divided on Ukraine conflict
Six months on, Russians divided on Ukraine conflict
World
by  AFP

For some it was "necessary", for others it is a source of "sadness" -- six months after Moscow launched its offensive in Ukraine, many Russians remain divided over the conflict. There are signs of public support for Russia's actions in Moscow, with stickers in the windows of some cars bearing the letter "Z" -- the symbol of Russian forces fighting in Ukraine.