He also `` reiterates his full confidence in the French forces deployed alongside African forces to restore security in the Central African Republic , protect civilian populations and ensure access to humanitarian aid . '' NEW : French President Francois Hollande visits the Central African Republic . Two French soldiers die after their patrol is attacked in Bangui , Defense Ministry says . Score: 6 Violence has escalated in the Central African Republic since a coup in March .
NEW : French President Francois Hollande visits the Central African Republic . Two French soldiers die after their patrol is attacked in Bangui , Defense Ministry says . Score: 6 Violence has escalated in the Central African Republic since a coup in March .