South Sudanese soldiers who attacked foreign aid workers may face death penalty

South Sudanese soldiers accused of a horrific attack on foreign aid workers during the country's civil war are facing trial almost a year later, with the possibility of a death sentence.

Twelve of the 20 soldiers accused of rape, torture, killing and looting during the attack on the Terrain hotel compound were in court on Tuesday. The assault came during fresh fighting in the capital, Juba, in July.