Burkina Faso has officially broken off diplomatic ties with France, accusing its former colonial ruler of acting against its national interests.

• The decision was announced on Friday, 28th Jun 2026, following a period of increasingly strained relations.
• The military junta in Burkina Faso, led by Capt Ibrahim Traore, cited "ceaseless activism" and "neo-colonial ambitions" by France.
• This move signifies a continuing shift away from Western alliances, as Burkina Faso has previously expelled French troops and pivoted towards China and Russia.