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US, France and UK deploy airplanes and helicopters in Central African Republic

Bangui, Central African Republic - Paris' soldiers maintain control of the capital's airport

France, United Kingdom and United States are sending a sizeable number of airplanes and helicopters to the Central African Republic in order to support the humanitarian operations in the country. In March this year Seleka rebels seized power and installed their leader Michel Djotodia as the interim president, who has then reportedly lost control of his fighters: according to Red Cross officials...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1157027
Rome, Italy, 12/10/2013 14:44
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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