Eastern Libya forces move west, talk about ‘terrorism’ mission
Forces loyal to eastern Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar have moved forces toward western Libya in a possible mission to “liberate the homeland from “terrorism”, officials said on Wednesday, suggesting Tripoli was a desirable destination.
Tripoli government declares alert after eastern Libya forces move west
Libya’s internationally recognized government, which controls the capital Tripoli, declared a general military alert on Wednesday after eastern forces said they were moving west, a statement said.
Slovak assembly picks six top judge candidates, easing blockage of top court
Slovak lawmakers on Wednesday picked six candidates for vacant seats on the constitutional court in a step toward unblocking the country’s top judicial body six weeks after most of its judges stepped down.
Saudi Arabia gives Iraq $1 billion grant: state TV citing minister
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman is giving Iraq $1 billion to build a sports city, state television said on Wednesday, citing the kingdom’s commerce minister.
Spain rejects possible U.S. lawsuits against foreign firms in Cuba
Spanish Foreign Minister Josep Borrell has told the U.S. administration that Spain is concerned about Washington’s potential decision to allow U.S. citizens to sue foreign firms doing business in Cuba, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
UK lawmakers approve first stage of Brexit delay law
British lawmakers voted on Wednesday to approve the first stage of legislation which would force Prime Minister Theresa May to seek a delay to Brexit in order to prevent the risk of leaving without a deal on April 12.
Eastern Libya forces, moving west, say Tripoli key to national dignity
Forces loyal to eastern Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar are preparing a mission to “liberate the homeland from terrorism”, a force spokesman said on Wednesday, suggesting the capital Tripoli was a desirable destination.
UK Labour’s Corbyn: no agreement with May on referendum
UK opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said there had been no agreement with Prime Minister Theresa May on the option of a second referendum when they met to discuss possible ways out of the Brexit impasse.
UAE pilot vying to head aviation council pledges neutrality amid Qatar dispute
A United Arab Emirates pilot running to head the UN aviation agency’s governing council said she is capable of playing a “bridging role” in trying to resolve an air dispute between several Gulf states and Qatar.
Trucks snarled at El Paso border, Mexico says no serious problems
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Wednesday there were no “serious problems” at the U.S.-Mexico border after commercial traffic slowed at several crossings.
