Libya: Fezzan municipalities condemn attack on security forces as east-west army chiefs agree on joint exercises

Military leaders from eastern and western Libya met in Sirte and agreed on joint exercises, while Fezzan municipalities condemned a deadly attack on security forces and pledged support.

• An attack on the Ghardiqa gate area in southern Libya killed and wounded members of the Libyan armed forces and security agencies.
• Fezzan municipalities condemned the attack, called for intensified security operations, and urged neighboring countries to expel terrorist elements.
• In Sirte, eastern chief of staff Khalifa Haftar and western chief of staff Salah al-Namroush agreed to conduct joint military exercises in southern Libya.
• The Tripoli chief of staff's office stated that unifying the military institution is the only option to protect the country and enhance stability.