Burkina Faso faced a pivotal moment when mutinying soldiers, under the command of Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, executed a coup to depose President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré. The country's ongoing struggles with security issues, particularly from jihadist militants, fueled public discontent. Protests erupted nationwide, demanding increased government action against the violence that had plagued the nation for years. The discontent manifested in calls for the president's resignation, highlighting a public perception that he had failed to address the security crisis effectively.

As tensions escalated, soldiers in various military barracks opened fire, a show of force against the prevailing regime. The situation reached its peak when the military announced on state television that they had seized power, citing the government's inability to provide security as a primary reason for their actions. In the aftermath of the coup, President Kaboré was detained, leading to questions about the future governance of Burkina Faso and the role of military authority in the country.

The international community reacted with caution, reminding the military leaders of the necessity for a swift return to civilian governance. Calls for support from various nations and organizations highlighted the delicate balance that Burkina Faso now faced between military rule and democratic processes. The coup indicated a significant erosion of trust in the elected government and sparked debates about the political future of the nation in a climate of persistent violence and instability.