S Sudan rebel leader says no cease-fire deal with government until Ugandan 'mercenaries' leave
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The leader of rebels in South Sudan says he wants Ugandan troops to leave South Sudan and political detainees freed before he can commit to a deal with the government.
A Twitter account believed to be run by former Vice President Riek Machar posted Monday that the presence of Ugandan "mercenaries" in South Sudan is an obstacle to a cease-fire agreement.
Both conditions are not likely to be met by the government of President Salva Kiir, who insists unrest across the country was sparked by a failed coup attempt in mid-December. He wants the political prisoners to face trial, and has sought the assistance of Uganda's military to fight the rebels.
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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni said last week that some Ugandan troops have been killed and wounded.