June 5, 2026

Ouaga Press

Independent English-language coverage of Burkina Faso's most pressing news and developments.

Violence in Obo: russian mercenaries raid family home

In a shocking incident in Obo, a town in southeastern Central African Republic, the residence of a local father, Thierry, was violently raided and looted by armed men believed to be Russian mercenaries. The attack has left the community in distress, raising serious concerns about the escalating security risks in the region.

The assault occurred in broad daylight, with the assailants targeting civilian property without regard for the presence of families. Thierry, who has been a resident of Obo for years, described the harrowing ordeal as an unprovoked act of aggression that has shattered the sense of safety in the area. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and seeing armed individuals forcing their way into homes, leaving behind a trail of fear and destruction.

Witness accounts reveal brutality

Survivors and witnesses of the raid shared chilling details of the mercenaries’ behavior. One resident, who asked to remain anonymous, recounted how the intruders ransacked Thierry’s home, seizing valuables and essential belongings.