Ansar Al-Sharia

Group behind Benghazi attack dissolves

Ansar al-Sharia, accused by Washington of 2012 attack on consulate in Benghazi, announces its dissolution.

Libya's Ansar al-Sharia confirms the death of its leader, Mohammed al-Zehawi, whose fate has been a mystery since October.

Islamists seize Christians in Sirte in second abduction in one week; Egypt tells citizens to stay indoors due to threats.

American commander says Washington is “very carefully” watching ISIS training camps in Libya.

Ansar al-Sharia waves ISIS flags, declares loyalty to group after taking over strategic Libyan coastal city.

Secret operation by US special ops nets terrorist leader in Libya suspected of being behind 2012 Benghazi attack.

Fighting currently raging in Libya's second city between army and the Islamist group suspected in the death of US Amb. Christopher Stevens.

New evidence reveals that Ansar al-Sharia, which is believed to be behind the Benghazi attack, is holding training camps in Libya.

Security forces and Salafists fight street battles in Tunis, with one protester killed and 15 policemen wounded.

Libyan authorities announced their decision to dissolve all militias and armed groups that do not come under State authority.