South Sudan says govt. troops retook oil town from rebels January 10, 2014 - 20:13 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A military spokesman in South Sudan said government troops have retaken the capital of an oil-producing state from rebels loyal to the country's former vice president, according to the Associated Press. Col. Philip Aguer said Friday, Jan 10 that government troops retook Bentiu after a 2.5-hour battle. Bentiu is the capital of Unity state. Aguer said the forces loyal to Riek Machar had "destroyed" the town. He said rebels looted the bank, stole food and set the market on fire. The loss of Bentiu is a blow to Machar at the negotiating table in Ethiopia, where mediators are trying to defuse a political conflict that broke out Dec 15 and descended into ethnic attacks and military battles. Rebels still control Bor, a state capital outside Juba, the country capital. Aguer said troops will soon retake Bor. Related links:   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement  Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement.Residents Of border villages protest as Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on delimitation Residents of several Armenian communities in the northeastern Tavush province began protests late on Friday.Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. |
