US Sec State Pompeo says US requires Libyan National Army to stop its offensive on Tripoli

Statement issued by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

• United States requires the Libyan National Army loyal to Gen. Khalifa Haftar to stop its offensive on Tripoli

"The United States is deeply concerned about fighting near Tripoli. We have made clear that we oppose the military offensive by Khalifa Haftar's forces and urge the immediate halt to these military operations against the Libyan capital. Forces should return to status quo ante positions"

Libya strife has been a factor driving up oil prices (earlier post here), higher oil will weigh on the yen.... but its higher this morning regardless.