Burkina Faso's military junta has arrested eight members of a Dutch-based humanitarian organization, accusing them of spying and treason. Among those detained are three Europeans, a Malian, and four Burkinabé, including the NGO's country director. The government claims the organization collected sensitive security information detrimental to national interests. The NGO, which has been active in Burkina Faso since 2019, was suspended in July for unauthorized data collection. A representative stated that the organization ceased its information-gathering activities following the suspension. The security minister accused the NGO of continuing clandestine operations, which the organization denies. The situation reflects the junta's strained relations with Western nations and its shift towards Russia for military support amid a worsening Islamist insurgency. Human rights groups have raised concerns about the junta's treatment of civilians and suppression of dissent.