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A military court in Burkina Faso has convicted two generals on charges of masterminding a coup in the country in 2015, according to reports.
General Gilbert Diendere on Monday was handed a 20-year prison term on charges of murder and harming state security, AFP news agency reported.
General Djibrill Bassole, accused of treason, was given a 10-year prison sentence.
The coup, carried out by troops loyal to deposed President Blaise Compaore, was thwarted by public protests.
More soon… (AFP NEWS AGENCY)
