Burundi’s ruling party says all citizens of its former colonial power, Belgium, should leave the country.

Belgium last week said those “whose presence is not essential” should leave because of increasing levels of violence.

According to the BBC, Burundi has accused Belgium of links to opposition groups it blames for a spate of killings.

The unrest began in April when President Pierre Nkurunziza announced he would seek a third term. At least 240 people have been killed since April.

The violence has increased in recent weeks, with bodies found on the streets on a daily basis.

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