UNSC Voices Concern over Burkina Faso Violence

(MENAFN- QNA) The UN Security Council called for a civilian-led transition and speedy elections in Burkina Faso, which has recently witnessed violent protests leading to the end of 27-year reign for the country’s president.

In a press statement unanimously adopted by the UN Security Council the members "expressed their deep concern over the political and security crisis in Burkina Faso and over reports of the loss of life resulting from recent events surrounding the resignation of Mr. Blaise Compaor from his post of President of Burkina Faso." The Security Council "urged the security forces of Burkina Faso to hand over power to a civilian-led transition and to take immediate steps to restore constitutional order without delay." It called on all stakeholders in Burkina Faso to collaborate together to launch a peaceful, civilian-led and democratic transition process leading to the holding of free, fair, inclusive and credible elections as soon as possible, consistent with the Constitution of Burkina Faso," according to the statement.