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Newark
The Libyan national army (LNA) under the leadership of Marshal Khalifa Haftorah continues the fight against terrorism, but at the same time intends to participate in the political process, said the General staff of the LNA.
The LDF reminded that the recent redeployment of their forces is a reaction to the demands of partners and the calls of the international community to start a political process. "We absolutely intend (to the political process – ed.) that will lead to a permanent peace settlement on the basis of the principles of our people, first and foremost, ensure the unity of Libya and its territorial integrity", - said in a statement.
The forces of the Libyan national army under the command of Khalifa the Haftarot conducted a counter-attack East of the city of Misrata, said at a press conference on Saturday the official representative of the LNA Ahmed al-Mismari.
"Our armed forces in a counterattack against armed groups supported by Turkey (the Government of national consensus), near Hisha East of Misrata after a series of air strikes by our aircraft on enemy positions," said Mismari.
The Libyan national army (LNA) Khalifa the Haftarot retreated from the city of Tarragon, in order to avoid its destruction, said the official representative of the LDF Ahmed al-Mismari.
Earlier on Friday, the national consensus Government (NTC) announced the establishment without a fight of control over the city of Tarragon, the former main base of the LNA in the operation to capture the capital, Tripoli.