Summary
Burkina Faso's military government has decided not to accept deportees from the United States. In response, the U.S. has stopped issuing visas in Burkina Faso, requiring its residents to apply for visas through the U.S. Embassy in Togo instead. This decision is part of President Trump's effort to send migrants back to Africa as part of his immigration policies.
Key Facts
- Burkina Faso's military government refuses to accept deportees from the U.S.
- The U.S. has paused issuing visas in Burkina Faso, requiring applications in Togo.
- The refusal is connected to President Trump's immigration policies targeting deportation to Africa.
- Burkina Faso's Foreign Minister views the U.S. proposal as pressure or blackmail.
- Burkina Faso's military government took power through a coup three years ago.
- Some African countries, like Eswatini and Ghana, have accepted deportees from third countries.
- Burkina Faso's leader positions himself against Western influence and interference.
