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US President Donald Trump called on Libya to stop serving as a “route” for illegal migration while pledging American support for the country’s unification and national elections.
“The Libyan people are proud, resilient, hospitable, and deserving of peace and prosperity. The United States and Libya share a strong and enduring partnership in combating terrorism, building on our historic success in defeating ISIS in Libya together,” Trump stated in a social media post.
“Libya cannot remain a corridor for illegal migration, and this must end now,” Trump said in a post, which also praised the Libyan people and highlighted cooperation against the Islamic State group.
The statement paired a firm warning on migration with assurances that Washington with assurance that Washington remained committed to strenghtening bilateral ties and supporting Libya’s political transition.
It did not announce new enforcement measures, sanctions or a timetable for action.
“The United States remains firmly committed to strenghtening our bilateral relationship, supporting the long-awaited unification of Libya and Libya’s institutions, and standing with the Libyan people as they transition toward successful national elections,” Trump said.
