State Department on Transfer of Power in Burkina Faso

State Department on Transfer of Power in Burkina Faso
31 October 2014

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesperson
Washington, D.C.
October 31, 2014

STATEMENT BY JEN PSAKI, SPOKESPERSON
Transfer of Power in Burkina Faso

The United States is concerned about the unfolding events in Burkina Faso. We regret the violence and the loss of life in Burkina Faso and call on all parties to avoid further violence. We reiterate our call for all parties to follow the constitutionally mandated process for the transfer of power and holding of democratic elections following the resignation of former President Blaise Compaore. We condemn any attempts by the military or other parties to take advantage of the situation for unconstitutional gain and call on all parties to respect the people’s support for the democratic process.

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