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| South Sudan fighting spreads after 'coup attempt' |
| 2013-12-19 |
| [BBC.CO.UK] Fighting is spreading in parts of South Sudan after a reported coup attempt in the capital, Juba, at the weekend. Violence has erupted in the flashpoint town of Bor, capital of eastern Jonglei state, and in Torit, capital of Eastern Equatoria. President Salva Kiir has accused ex-vice-president Riek Machar of staging the coup - a claim he denies. The UN called for political dialogue to end a crisis that has left hundreds dead and sparked fears of a civil war. On Wednesday, Mr Kiir said he was willing to enter into talks with Mr Machar but that he did not know what the result would be. |
| Posted by:Fred |