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Old 05-22-2011, 03:41   #1
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North Sudan army takes control of border town Abyei

North Sudan army takes control of border town Abyei

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-13487864

"South Sudan is due to become independent in July, but Abyei is still claimed by both sides.

The northern Sudanese Army says it has taken control of Abyei, a contested area on the border with South Sudan.

Sudanese state television, based in Khartoum, said northern troops had "repelled enemy forces" in Abyei town. UN officials confirmed the development.

The move follows three days of clashes between northern and southern forces in the area......................"
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