On Monday 19 December, the spokesperson for the European External Action Service hailed the liberation of Sirte, a former stronghold of so-called Islamic State, as “a significant step forward” for Libya.
Congratulating Libyans on their efforts in achieving the liberation of the city, the spokesperson gave a reminder in a press release that “the fight against terrorist groups in Libya is not yet over and all Libyans need to unite in this fight”.
The spokesperson said that the EU...