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US, France agree on urgent need for de-escalation in Libya

US, France agree on urgent need for de-escalation in Libya
Fighters loyal to Libya’s Tripoli administered government are seen after taking control of Watiya air base, southwest of Tripoli, Libya May 18, 2020. (Reuters)
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Updated 20 May 2020

US, France agree on urgent need for de-escalation in Libya

US, France agree on urgent need for de-escalation in Libya

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump and French counterpart Emmanuel Macron discussed their concern about “worsening foreign interference” in Libya and “agreed on the need for urgent de-escalation,” the White House said.
The two leaders also discussed progress on reopening the United States and France, as well as global economies locked down during the coronavirus outbreak, it said. Trump said he looked forward to convening Group of Seven leaders soon.

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