Lift arms embargo, Libya urged UN
Libya’s told an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council that in order to deal with rampant terrorism, the world organisation has to lift a four year arms embargo against it. Egypt, that’s used warplanes to strike Islamic State bases in Libya, has supported the call from Tripoli. Since the fall of Muammar Gadaffi, […]
Italy warns of jihadis sheltering in Libya
Italy’s issued the strongest warning yet about the danger of jihadis establishing a stronghold in Libya from where they can attack Europe and destabilise neighbouring states. The former colonial power’s offering to play its part in de-arming and rebuilding the country. Italian Foreign Minister Paolo Gentiloni tells parliament in Rome there’s a serious danger of […]
Qatar pulls ambassador from Cairo
Qatar has recalled its ambassador to Cairo in protest against Egypt’s air strikes on jihadi bases in Libya. The Gulf State’s also angered about an official Egyptian accusation that it’s supporting terrorism. Short of severing diplomatic ties, recalling an ambassador is a country’s most serious demonstration of displeasure. Qatari state media expresses anger at Egypt’s […]