Government officials in the Central African Republic have confirmed that the rebels have captured the southern city of Bambari, and the latest development of events comes at a time when the three main rebel groups operating in the country announced that they are joining forces against the government before the parliamentary and presidential elections scheduled for December 27, according to Russia. Today”.
Mayor Abel Machipata said, “The city of Bambari is under the control of armed groups … and there are no signs of violence against the population.” For his part, a senior government official confirmed that “the rebels have captured the 4 largest city in the country in terms of population, which lies 380 km away. Northeast of the capital, Bangui. “
Last Saturday, the government accused former President Francois Bozizé of preparing for an attempted coup.