Papua New Guinea: at least 64 dead in tribal violence. The events took place near the town of Wabag (north), in the highlands some 600 kilometers northwest of the capital Port Moresby.
The victims were likely tribal fighters who were ambushed by a rival group before dawn on Sunday, according to law enforcement. Tribal clashes, often sparked by territorial disputes and accusations of theft, have occurred for centuries in this part of the island. The influx of automatic weapons has made the clashes more deadly and intensified the violence.