THIS week’s attack on the main voter registration center in the Libyan capital Tripoli was certainly the work of the local Daesh (the self-proclaimed IS). After they were driven out of their main coastal base at Sirte 18 months ago, Daesh terrorists regrouped in the desert near Jufra. The Electoral Commission assault has similarities with attacks on the Corinthia hotel in Tripoli and the main courthouse in Misrata. Though the majority of Daesh killers are foreigners, they have significant backing from important elements within the local MB. Though Daesh killers may not be able to fade into the background like classic terrorists, there are Libyans willing to support them logistically and with intelligence.

Source: Libya Today May 03, 2018 21:00 UTC