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Forces backing Libya's unity government said Wednesday they had reseized Tripoli international airport after heavy fighting with rival troops supporting strongman Khalifa Haftar. "Our forces have fully liberated Tripoli international airport," said Mohamad Gnounou, spokesman for forces backing the Government of National Accord. The airport has been closed since 2014 and had been held by pro-Haftar forces since last year. nd-rb/sw/par
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