Amnesty International has strongly condemned the decision by Burkina Faso’s military-led government to reinstate the death penalty. The move, announced during a recent cabinet meeting, has sparked renewed concern among human rights advocates.

According to Amnesty International, the decision marks a serious setback for human rights protections in the country. The organization is urging the authorities in Ouagadougou to immediately reverse the measure and uphold international standards against capital punishment.

The rights group warns that restoring the death penalty risks deepening fear and undermining trust in state institutions, particularly at a time when Burkina Faso continues to face security and governance challenges.

While the government has not publicly justified its decision, the announcement has already drawn significant domestic and international scrutiny, intensifying calls for a return to policies that protect human rights and promote due process.