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South Sudan risks return to full-blown civil war as violence escalates

South Sudan13 days ago·Negative
SourcesThe Guardian World

At least 169 people have been killed in violent clashes near the Sudan border as tensions escalate between the South Sudan government and opposition forces. Observers warn that these confrontations could lead the country back into a full-blown civil war.

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90

EXTREME

Extreme — immediate threat with potential for widespread destabilization or armed escalation

Confidence: 79/100 — reported by multiple independent sources

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The Guardian World

Salva KiirRiek MacharSouth Sudan GovernmentRiek Machar

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