Scores Killed In Southern Sudan -- Al JazeeraFighting between rebels and army leave more than 100 dead, raising fears of instability following vote for independence.
At least 105 people have been killed in a spate of clashes between rebels and the south Sudanese army, days after results of a referendum on independence in the region.
The violence, which began when fighters loyal to rebel leader George Athor attacked an army base in Jonglei state earlier in the week, breaks a ceasefire signed last month.
"There were 39 civilians killed, including women and children, and 65 others wounded," Philip Aguer, an army spokesman said.
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More News On The Conflict In Southern Sudan
More than 100 dead in Sudan violence -- UPI
South Sudan army clashes with renegade kill 105: army -- Reuters
105 die in Southern Sudan fighting -- MSNBC/AP
Southern Sudan Fighting in Jonglei State Kills 89, Army Spokesman Reports -- Bloomberg
Clashes between south Sudan army, rebels kill 105 -- Zawya
Looming challenge for southern Sudan: Regulating oil companies -- Washington Post
North and South Sudan seek accord on oil pipelines and Abyei -- Sudan Tribune
Help needed for Sudan’s displaced following referendum, says UN agency -- UN News Centre
800,000 to return to south Sudan: UNHCR -- Ahram online
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