Magharebia (Washington DC)

Libya: Nation Closes Borders

Libya will close its land borders with Tunisia and Egypt from February 14th until February 18th, Libya Herald reported. Flights from abroad will also be curtailed for the four-day period.

Prime Minister Ali Zidan said the "precautionary measure" aimed to ensure security as the country marked the second anniversary of the February 17th revolution.

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