Four killed in Christian-Muslim clashes in Central African Republic's capital


  • World
  • Tuesday, 31 Dec 2013

An elderly Muslim man rests at a temporary shelter at Ecole Liberte (Freedom School) in Bossangoa, north of the capital Bangui in the Central African Republic, December 30, 2013. REUTERS/Andreea Campeanu

BANGUI (Reuters) - Heavy weapons fire rang out in the north of Central African Republic's capital Bangui on Monday during inter-religious clashes and the Red Cross said at least four people were killed.

French and African troops have struggled to contain violence between Muslim Seleka rebels and Christian militias that has already killed 1,000 people this month and displaced hundreds of thousands.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In World

TikTok risks fines as EU issues ultimatum over app launch
TikTok’s crackdown on Ozempic influencers threatens weight-loss drug hype machine
Russia's Belgorod region says 120 civilians killed by Ukraine strikes since 2022
At least five migrants die in attempt to cross English Channel, French police says
Tesla layoffs draw suit claiming not enough warning for workers
Truce crumbles in Sudanese army's last Darfur holdout
Report urges fixes to online child exploitation CyberTipline before AI makes it worse
Indonesia's biggest party confirms President Jokowi no longer a member after backing Prabowo
South Korea, Romania pledge defence cooperation amid reports of contract in works
Ukraine launches military charm offensive as conscription flags

Others Also Read