Algerian FM says border secured in case of foreign military action in Libya

Algeria on Wednesday said it has taken all necessary measures to secure its border with Libya where an imminent foreign military intervention is anticipated.

Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra made the remarks in response to a question about the chaos in Libya and the repercussion of the likely Western military operation there to chase out the Islamic State group.

"The situation is under control, and we are making every effort to ensure the security of our country and that of the region through consultation and security coordination with neighboring nations," he said, adding Algeria has to remain "vigilant."

Lamamra once more urged Libya's warring parties to get together around a national unity government which would pave the way for building the state institutions and fighting against terrorism.

Libya has been suffering a security vacuum with increased dominance of extremists since the fall of former leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The country has been plagued by escalating violence and political division.

Algeria has been reinforcing military presence on the 1,000-km borderline with Libya.

The Algerian minister further mentioned that the forthcoming Summit of the Arab League will address prevailing issues in the Arab region, including the situations in Libya, Syria and Palestine. Endit