South Sudan: Rebels Allied With Machar Take Control of Raja

Rebels with the South Sudan People's Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), allied with rebel leader Riek Machar, on Friday attacked Raja town, the capital of Lol state.

SPLM-IO Secretary-General Tingo Peter confirmed his forces now controlled Raja after clashing with government troops.

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