location: Bentiu
notes: Heavy clashes occurred in Bentiu and Rubkona. Rebels claimed victory in Bentiu, but the government has disputed they took the town. At least 23 civilians have been confirmed killed during the clashes. The attacks came from the south and east from Guit, Nhialdiu and Rubkona. However, a rebel spokesman has denied that Riek Machar ordered the attack.
target_text: location: Bentiu, fatalities: 106