The Libyan National Army (LNA) of Khalifa Haftar said it has agreed on a humanitarian pause in fighting during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
LNA spokesman Ahmed al-Mismari said at a news conference that the army has stopped all military operations across Libya in response to international appeals for a humanitarian truce so authorities could focus on dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
He said the LNA would announce constitutional declaration including a “road map” that would lead the country to elections.
The clashes in Libya between the LNA and the Government of National Accord (GNA) have complicated efforts to fight the coronavirus outbreak.
Mismari warned violations by the GNA would be met with an "immediate and harsh response."
Libya has confirmed more than 60 coronavirus cases, including two deaths, most of them in the country’s west.
Stephanie Williams, acting UN envoy in Libya, on Tuesday called for a humanitarian truce during Ramadan that could pave the way for a permanent ceasefire.
