Deadly clashes in Central African Republic as France ends military mission

‘France has formally announced an end to its military mission in the Central African Republic amid flared tensions in the country affected by ethnic violence.
French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian announced the end of the “Sangaris Operation” in a speech to the parliament in Bangui on Monday.
Le Drian noted, however, that Paris will still retain its military sway over its former colony.
“This does not mean the end of military relations between France and the Central African Republic,” he said.’
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