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French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary action

The accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.

French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary action

French Ambassador Bruno Foucher is facing disciplinary action after being accused of bringing women to his official residence in the Central African Republic (CAR). The allegations, reported by a French weekly, claim that Foucher invited about 30 women to his residence in Bangui, some of whom stayed overnight. This has raised security concerns.

The foreign ministry in France is currently conducting an investigation into the potential breach of security. Foucher, who has been serving as his country's top diplomat in Bangui since 2023, has not commented publicly on the allegations. The disciplinary procedures against him are currently ongoing.

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