AP EXPLAINS: Burkina Faso at risk for more unrest after coup

Experts are warning that Burkina Faso could face more instability in the aftermath of this week's military coup

OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso -- Mutinous soldiers in Burkina Faso forced democratically elected President Roch Marc Christian Kabore to resign this week, announcing they are now in charge of the West African country that's under siege by Islamic extremists.

The junta says Kabore failed to stem the jihadist violence that has killed thousands during his time in power. However, there are already new concerns that the coup could ultimately result in more attacks across Burkina Faso.

Here is a look at the risks the country now faces and the challenges ahead for the new military rulers already under international pressure to cede power:

WHAT FURTHER UPHEAVAL COULD FOLLOW?