South Sudan opposing leaders agree peace deal

South Sudan’s President Salva Kir and rebel leader Riek Machar, agreed a peace-deal today, reports the BBC.

The agreement calls for the establishment of an immediate ceasefire and formation of a transitional government followed by the drafting of a new constitution and new elections.

The deal comes after 5 months of violence saw thousands killed and sanctions placed on high profile individuals form both sides of the conflict.

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