Tuesday, 23 February 2016
Libyan Islamists 'lose territory' in Benghazi
Islamist militias in Libya have lost two major areas in the eastern city of Benghazi, military sources and residents have said.
"People are celebrating on the streets," a resident said.
Fighters loyal to anti-Islamist Gen Khalifa Haftar are reported to have taken over the port, a hospital and have cut off a key weapons supply line.
Thousands have fled more than a year of fighting in Benghazi, the birthplace of the 2011 uprising.
Once in the Libyan army, Gen Haftar fought with revolutionaries to overthrow long-time leader Muammar Gaddafi.
The chaos has allowed Islamic State fighters to gain a foothold in the country, and some are believed to be fighting with other Islamist militias in Benghazi.
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