CAIRO (Reuters) - Forces aligned with Libya's internationally recognised government seized two towns west of the capital Tripoli on Monday after heavy clashes and drone strikes, military sources and residents said.
If held, the towns of Surman and Sabratha would represent a significant gain for forces trying to fight off a year-old campaign against Tripoli by rivals loyal to eastern-based commander Khalifa Haftar.
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