Libyan forces seize Islamic State stronghold of Sirte

Libya's pro-government forces have seized control of the key port of Sirte from Islamic State, helped by British and American support.

Libyan forces seize Islamic State stronghold of Sirte

Libya's pro-government forces have seized control of the key port of Sirte from Islamic State, helped by British and American support.

Many IS leaders have fled to the open desert south of Sirte, although some are still holed up in the city centre.

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