IS could expand from Libya but faces hostile environment

IS could expand from Libya but faces hostile environment Paris (AFP) Dec 4, 2015 - The Islamic State group has built a base in Libya from which to exploit tribal conflicts and expand across Africa, though experts say the jihadists remain vulnerable even if the West's attention is elsewhere. Libya's collapse into a chaotic mess of competing militias since the overthrow and death of dictator Moamer Kadhafi has made it an ideal stomping ground for IS. IS jihadists gradual ... more

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