West Libya forces seize last LNA stronghold near capital

Forces loyal to Libya’s internationally recognised government captured the last major stronghold of eastern commander Khalifa Haftar near Tripoli prompting the sudden collapse of his 14-month offensive on the capital.

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(Photo: UN-backed GNA forces take control of town south of Tripoli, Libya following clashes with Field Marshal Haftar"s troops. Credit: EPA).