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U.N. Plans Temporary Base In Bakouma After Rebels Withdraw

January 21 2019

Central African Republic

The U.N. Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) is establishing a temporary base in Bakouma after security forces regained control of the town, reports the Defense Post.

The temporary base will protect civilians and ensure the safe return of those who fled from the area due to recent violence, a U.N. spokesperson said on Jan. 17.

Government troops and U.N. peacekeepers regained control over Bakouma on Jan. 16 after members of the...

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