French warplanes has flown over the Central African Republic for the second time in two months, the Elysee Palace said, as tensions in the country escalate in the wake of the disputed elections, Reuters reported.

President Emmanuel Macron condemned the recent acts of violence in the republic during a phone talk with President Faustin-Archange Touadera, who is facing calls for re-elections.

French warplanes also flew over the Central African Republic ahead of the December 23 elections.