Elite Libyan unit says it joins rogue general's forces
Tripoli (AFP) May 19, 2014 - An elite Libyan unit's commander said on Monday his troops were joining paramilitaries in the eastern city of Benghazi commanded by a retired general who has vowed to eradicate "terrorism". "We are joining the battle of 'dignity' launched by the Libyan National Army with all our men and weapons," said Colonel Wanis Abu Khamada, of the name given to the operation launched by Khalifa Haftar. ... more

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