Bor — Troops of former SPLA general Peter Gadet have taken control of significant parts of the capital of Jonglei State, residents confirmed to Radio Tamazuj.
Gadet, a Nuer from Unity State, is loyal to the ex-vice president Riek Machar who is accused by the president of orchestrating a coup. The strength of his current force is estimated at "more than 2000," a state official said today.
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