Thousands of civilians are fleeing fresh violence in South Sudan, as intensified fighting in Jonglei state raises fears of a return to full-scale civil...

Thousands of civilians are fleeing fresh violence in South Sudan, as intensified fighting in Jonglei state raises fears of a return to full-scale civil war. Heavy clashes between government forces and fighters loyal to First Vice-President Riek Machar have forced families to abandon their homes and seek safety in remote areas. The army says it has stepped up operations to regain control of territory, while opposition forces continue to expand their presence. Among those displaced is Nyawan Koang, who walked for two days with her five children to reach the village of Duk after fleeing Ayod. Caught between rival forces, she described the violence as relentless. “Their bullets kill us,” she said, recalling how an air strike...