Central African Republic: Seleka rebels agree to ceasefire of 1 week
A spokesman for rebels mounting an offensive against the government of Central African Republic says the fighters will observe a one-week cease-fire amid peace talks in Gabon.
The rebels have seized a dozen towns since Dec. 10, although they have not moved toward the capital, Bangui, since agreeing to the negotiations.
In Gabon on Thursday, Rebel Col. Frange Florian N’djadder-Bedaya said the cease-fire would let the rebels “test the good will” of President Francois Bozize, who they accused of stationing mercenaries in the capital.