South Sudan on staircase to former Yugoslavia

South Sudan on staircase to former Yugoslavia

South Sudan became the worlds newest nation after declaring independence from Sudan in 2011. However, in 2013 the country was plunged into civil war, as President Kiir – of the Dinka ethnic group – fired his deputy Riek Machar from the Nuer group and his cabinet. IBTimes UK spoke to South Sudan’s former deputy defence minister Majak DAgoot on civil war and peace process. Oct 22, 2016
Suspected Islamic State militants attack Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk

Suspected Islamic State militants attack Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk

Suspected Islamic State militants have killed at least 16 people in the city of Kirkuk as the citys police headquarters, security checkpoints and a power plant were attacked. Authorities have put a curfew in place.The attack comes as Iraqi government forces and allied militias fought to seize the city of Mosul back from IS. Oct 21, 2016