Libyan forces loyal to renegade general claim Tripoli air strikes - officer


  • World
  • Monday, 18 Aug 2014

BENGHAZI Libya (Reuters) - Libyan forces loyal to renegade General Khalifa Haftar are responsible for air strikes in the capital Tripoli, one of his senior officers told Reuters on Monday.

Tripoli residents reported jets flying over the city after midnight followed by explosions, and Libyan media said the aircraft had targeted militias from Misrata which have been battling with a rival group for control of the city.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In World

Interview: China's import expo unique opportunity for Egyptian firms: Egyptian business leader
Roundup: T�rkiye's iconic palace updates Chinese porcelain exhibition after renovation
U.S. stocks close higher
Floods kill 4 mountain climbers in northern Iraq
Crude futures settle lower
World food prices continue to rise in April: FAO
U.S. dollar ticks down
Death toll from ongoing heavy rains in Tanzania rises to 161
Euro falls to historic low against Albanian lek
Chinese, French scholars hold cross-cultural talks in Paris

Others Also Read