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At Least 13 Killed In Attacks In Burkina Faso

At least seven members of the security forces and six attackers were killed, according to the government.

At Least 13 Killed In Attacks In Burkina Faso
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Over a dozen people are reported dead after a series of attacks by heavily armed men in Burkina Faso's capital city.

The French Embassy, French Institute and General Staff of the Armed Forces were all targeted Friday. At least seven members of the security forces and six attackers were killed, according to the government.

It's unclear who is behind the attack in Ouagadougou. An official told CNN the death toll might change.

Additional reporting from Newsy affiliate CNN.