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The UN fears casualties after it was confirmed that fighting took place at its base in Jonglei state. At least 500 people have been killed across the country as ethnic-based violence has spread.

Soldiers loyal to President Kiir fled Jonglei state after an attack by mutinying forces. Wanted opposition leader Riek Machar denied he tried to stage a coup, and accused Kiir of seeking to purge dissenters.

While the government claims that it has contained violence in Juba, 73 soldiers have been killed and the US has ordered the evacuation of all non-essential personnel. Presidential guards raided the home of former vice-president Riek Machar, whose current whereabouts are unknown. Three members of the Dinka Bor ethnic group were killed in Bor.

Heavy gunfire was reported last night in Juba. President Salva Kiir has accused troops loyal to rival Riek Machar of unsuccessfully attempting a coup.