Civilians fleeing attacks by extremist groups in Burkina Faso must be allowed to shelter in neighbouring countries and not sent back, amid a spike in violence and horrifying rights abuses, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) said on Friday.

Women and children who have fled violence in Burkina Faso seek help in Côte d'Ivoire. UNHCR/Insa Wawa Diatta
Women and children who have fled violence in Burkina Faso seek help in Côte d'Ivoire. UNHCR/Insa Wawa Diatta

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