Looters, Gunmen Roam Central African Republic Capital After Coup -- Reuters
(Reuters) - Looters and gunmen roamed the streets of Central African Republic's capital Bangui on Tuesday as regional peacekeepers struggled to restore order two days after a coup plunged the mineral-rich country into chaos.
The ousting of President Francois Bozize and the political turmoil around it has raised fears of a humanitarian crisis in the former French colony - and embarrassed regional power South Africa which had sent troops to defend the government.
Thousands of rebel fighters poured into the capital on Sunday, brushing aside a 400-strong South African force which attempted to block their path. At least 13 South African soldiers were killed and 27 wounded.
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More News On The Coup In The Central African Republic
Bangui Tense, but Calm, as CAR Rebels Establish Control -- Voice of America
Central African Republic in turmoil as rebels swarm into capital -- The Guardian
Rebels Patrol Central African Republic Capital -- ABC News/AP
Central African Republic rebel leader claims power; aid offices looted -- Mercury News/AP
Rebel Leader Dissolves Central African Republic Constitution -- Time/AP
Central African Rebels Plan to Renew Government, Hold Vote -- Bloomberg Businessweek
Central African Republic rebel chief to name power-sharing government -- Reuters
Leader of Central African Republic Fled to Cameroon, Official Says -- New York Times
Central African Republic humanitarian crisis deepens following coup -- The Guardian
Central African Republic: Country in Disarray After Coup -- AllAfrica.com
Michel Djotodia: Central African Republic rebel leader -- BBC
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