The international organization, Human Rights Watch, is calling for a thorough investigation into the August 24, 2024, massacre in Barsalogho, Burkina Faso, which claimed the lives of at least 133 individuals, including many children.

In its latest report released on October 29, 2024, the organization criticized the Burkina Faso government for placing civilians at unnecessary risk, notably by employing them as forced laborers in conflict zones. 

Human Rights Watch called the attack a clear war crime and urged the Burkinabè authorities to ensure accountability for the civilian casualties resulting from the assault by Islamist armed groups. 

The organization emphasizes the need for urgent measures to protect civilians and address the grave consequences of the ongoing violence.

Here are the details with Augustine Kollie.