The United Nations Security Council discussed allegations made by Britain and the United States that Russia is planning to interfere in upcoming elections in the Central African Republic (CAR) and exploit the country’s resources. Russia’s deputy U.N. ambassador denied the accusations, calling them part of a smear campaign against Russia. CAR has been in conflict since 2013, with Kremlin-backed mercenaries operating in the country to fight rebel groups. The U.N. special envoy for CAR emphasized the importance of the upcoming elections for extending state authority and promoting peace. Britain and the U.S. raised concerns about Russian proxies interfering in the elections through suppressing political voices and disinformation campaigns, undermining CAR’s sovereignty. The U.S. expressed support for the U.N. peacekeeping force in CAR as a key way to promote security and stability in the country. However, they criticized Kremlin-backed actors for undermining CAR’s authority and exploiting its resources without contributing to its development. Russia defended its support for CAR’s government in fighting armed groups and ensuring state control over most of the country’s territory. They pledged to continue providing assistance to CAR for peace and security.
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