OIC denounces terror attack on security checkpoint in Libya
Friday 24/August/2018 - 01:01 PM
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
condemned on Friday the terrorist attack that targeted a security checkpoint in
Zliten city, east of Tripoli.
In a statement, OIC Secretary General Yousef bin
Ahmed Al-Othaimeen described the attack as a "criminal act" that aims
to hamper the national dialogue efforts as well as to undermine security and
stability in the country.
Othaimeen also extended his condolences to the
victims' families and to Libya's government and people.
The Ministry of Interior of Libya's Government of
National Accord has declared a state of alert in the wake of the attack that
left at least seven personnel dead and five others wounded.
