| Libyan President of National Congress Condemns Killing of US Ambassador 12/09/2012 16:53:00 | ||
| Libya’s Prime Minister Abdurrahim El-Keib (R) and Head of the national assembly Mohammed Magarief attend a news conference in Tripoli September 12, 2012. Tripoli– Libyan President of National Congress (NG) condemns the killing of the American Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens in Libya as a result of an attack on the American consulate in Benghazi. Reading a statement at a press conference in Tripoli this afternoon Mohamed Magariaf, the President of NG, said that the National Congress and the Transitional Government “condemn the criminal aggression” on the US consulate. “On behalf of the The presidency of GC, Government and the Libyan people we offer deep condolences to the American government , people and the families of the ambassador and other victims,” the statement said. The statement also said Libya “confirms the strong relations between the Libyan and American peoples which has been further cemented as a result of the US government’s support of the 17 February revolution.” “While we strongly condemn any attempts of insult the person of the Prophet and our sanctities or tampering with our beliefs,” we reject the use of force and terrorizing innocent civilians, said Magariaf. He said the criminal act coincides with the those attempts by pro-former regime to destabilize the country and preventing the newly elected national congress to form a new government and run the country democratically. Magariaf cited the extraditing of Abdulla El-Senussi from Mauritania, the former Gaddafi’s intelligence chief, a few days ago and said the attack is part of anti democracy elements. He said measures have been taken to hunt down the perpetrators and face justice. He confirmed the killing of the US ambassador and three others and the wounding of a number of people whom he did not name. When asked about the nationalities of the other he said he did not know. Unofficial reports said that one of guards could be holding a Malian nationality. |
Libyan President of National Congress Condemns Killing of US Ambassador
**Amin Ahmed** is a Libyan journalist and contributor at TripoliPost, reporting on current affairs, business, and regional developments. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to fair, balanced journalism, he delivers stories that keep readers informed about Libya and the world beyond its borders. He can be reached at amin.ahmed@tripolipost.com
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