Rebels claim they have killed more than 100 people , mostly soldiers , since last week . People in the region voted overwhelmingly for independence from the north in a recent referendum , setting the stage for Southern Sudan to become a new country . A Sudan People 's Liberation Army spokesman calls the number exaggerated . Forces loyal to George Athor have been fighting since last year . Comment:
Rebels claim they have killed more than 100 people , mostly soldiers , since last week . A Sudan People 's Liberation Army spokesman calls the number exaggerated . Forces loyal to George Athor have been fighting since last year . Comment: