Battle

Tin-Ediar attack

17 Feb 2023 · 14.60° N, 0.72° W

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17 Feb 2023
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Battle
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14.60° N, 0.72° W
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2023 battle between Burkina Faso and Islamic State

Tin-Ediar attack

2023 battle between Burkina Faso and Islamic State

The Tin-Ediar attack or Déou attack occurred on February 17, 2023 when Burkinabe soldiers were ambushed by the Islamic State – Sahil Province (ISGS) near the village of Tin-Ediar while travelling between Déou and Oursi, Burkina Faso. Over 70 Burkinabe soldiers were killed in the ambush, and Burkinabe authorities stated 160 ISGS fighters were killed.

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