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Cairo frets over workers in Libya as Tripoli struggles to establish security

As Libya inches toward a political resolution of its long war, Egypt is focusing on protecting its workers in the country.
Vehicles belonging to Libyan fighters loyal to the Government of National Accord (GNA) are pictured during clashes with forces loyal to strongman Khalifa Haftar in al-Hira region 70 km south of the capital Tripoli, on April 23, 2019. - At least 264 people have been killed and over 1,200 wounded in weeks of fighting on the outskirts of Libya's capital, the World Health Organization said Tuesday, as African leaders gathered in Cairo to discuss the crisis. (Photo by Mahmud TURKIA / AFP)        (Photo credit sh

CAIRO — Egyptian officials discussed the challenge of protecting Egyptian workers in Libya with Fathi Bashagha, the Interior Minister of Libya’s Government of National Accord (GNA), who visited Cairo for the first time on Nov. 4.

Under the auspices of the United Nations, Egypt, Morocco and Geneva are hosting Libya’s rival sides as they negotiate to settle the crisis in Tripoli. The warring parties must implement the cease-fire, draw up a constitution and choose a government that provides stability and security to the Libyan people.

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