Many Fear That Sudan Is On The Brink Of Civil War

January's vote will also will decide on the future of the oil-rich frontier region of Abyei.
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Sudan Oil Row Threatens Peace Ahead Of Referendum -- The Guardian

International coalition warns two-decade civil war could restart as referendum on south's independence nears

The civil war between north and south Sudan that claimed two millions lives could restart unless agreements over oil and borders are reached before an independence referendum in six months, says an authoritative new report.

A coalition of 26 international and local humanitarian organisations today warned that the country was "alarmingly unprepared" for the vote, which is likely see Africa's largest state split in two.

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US Envoy to Sudan Calls for Oil Deal Before Referendum -- Voice of America
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Churches call for south Sudan to vote for independence -- BBC
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