Seleka rebels seize power in coup, ousting President François Bozizé

In March 2013, the Seleka rebel coalition overthrew the government in the Central African Republic, leading to President François Bozizé fleeing into exile. The rebel group accused Bozizé of failing to uphold peace agreements and address the country's socio-economic issues. The coup exacerbated the already fragile political and humanitarian situation in the country, sparking violence and displacement of civilians. International organizations and neighboring countries condemned the coup and called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The United Nations Security Council authorized the deployment of peacekeeping forces to the Central African Republic to restore stability and protect civilians. The Seleka coalition eventually agreed to a ceasefire and negotiations with regional mediators to form a transitional government. The seizure of power by the Seleka rebel coalition in the Central African Republic in 2013 underscored the ongoing political instability and conflict in the country, highlighting the urgent need for a peaceful and sustainable solution to the crisis. #CentralAfricanRepublic #SelekaRebels #PoliticalInstability #ConflictResolution