Burkina Faso: Catholic priest missing, possibly kidnapped in Banfora Jan. 19

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A Catholic priest based in Banfora, Burkina Faso, has been missing since Jan. 19, prompting concerns that the religious leader was kidnapped. Vatican officials have confirmed the disappearance of the victim. Reports indicate that the missing priest's car has been located; however, there are no current signs of his whereabouts and no ransom demands have been made. The disappearance underscores the insecurity and threat of militancy across much of Burkina Faso.