US imposes sanctions related to violence in Burundi

President Pierre Nkurunziza

President Barack Obama is imposing sanctions against individuals in Burundi the U.S. says are contributing to violence in the African nation.
Among those targeted by the asset freeze and visa restrictions are Burundi’s minister of public security and a leader of the country’s national police.
Burundi has been racked by violence since April when President Pierre Nkurunziza announced he would seek a third term, sparking violent street clashes and a failed coup attempt.