UN-backed forces in Libya launch airstrikes as Hifter withdraws

The Government of National Accord has struck the rebel commander’s stronghold for his western operations, destroying two military vehicles.
Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar meets Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias (not pictured) at the Foreign Ministry in Athens, Greece, January 17, 2020. REUTERS/Costas Baltas - RC2LHE9FUBJZ
Libyan commander Khalifa Hifter meets Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias (not pictured) at the Foreign Ministry in Athens, Greece, Jan. 17, 2020. - REUTERS/Costas Baltas
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Libya's UN-supported government has carried out a series of airstrikes against retreating forces loyal to renegade commander Khalifa Hifter, a spokesman said Thursday.

The Government of National Accord (GNA) conducted five air operations in the city of Tarhuna, destroying two military vehicles and an ammunition carrier, said military spokesman Col. Mohamed Qanunu. 

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