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Pro-François Bozizé forces attack the Central African Republic capital of Bangui, with fighting reported on multiple fronts, according to Prime Minister Firmin Ngrébada. A Reuters witness reports explosions and helicopters circling over the city. The attack is successfully repelled by the Central African Armed Forces.
2021-01-13

While voters in Central African Republic cast their ballots in a constitutional referendum aimed at ending years of sectarian strife, clashes erupt in the capital Bangui's PK5 Muslim neighborhood, killing at least two and injuring over 20. PK5 residents, visited by Pope Francis two weeks ago, marched to the U.N. headquarters in the country to complain they were unable to cast their ballots. The proposed constitution would limit a president to two terms, add an upper house to go along with the National Assembly, and fight institutional corruption.
2015-12-13

Clashes between Christians and Muslims in the capital Bangui leave at least 21 people dead and over 100 injured.
2015-09-27

Heavy gunfire erupts in Central African Republic's capital Bangui.
2014-01-24

Two French soldiers die in overnight fighting in the capital Bangui.
2013-12-10

Rebels in the Central African Republic reportedly take the presidential palace in Bangui, as President François Bozizé flees to the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo.
2013-03-24

All non-essential United Nations staff are removed from Central African Republic, as Seleka rebels move to within 75km of the capital, Bangui.
2013-03-23

Central African Republic leader François Bozizé promises a national unity government, as rebels advance to within 75 km of the capital Bangui.
2012-12-30

The president of the Central African Republic, François Bozizé, asks for international assistance as rebels advance on the capital Bangui.
2012-12-27

The United States Embassy in Bangui suspends operations due to rising rebel attacks.
2012-12-27