Libyan National Army (LNA) General Command spokesman Major General Ahmed Al-Mismari denied that Wagner's forces are currenty in or outside the city of Sirte, adding that the situation in Sirte is completely stable and the security services are in full control of it.

"The rumors, lies and a huge amount of fabricated news have not and will not be able to deceive Libyans nor the international community, which has directly addressed Turkey asking it to withdraw their troops and mercenaries from Libya immediately, "he added.