2011 Skirmish With Libyan Forces
On 19 August 2011 Tunisian security intercepted armed Libyan men in vehicles in the desert. Fighting reportedly lasted through the night, and ended on the morning of 20 August. Several Tunisian casualties were reported. Local residents stated that army reinforcements were called from nearby towns, and helicopters assisted in the battle as well.
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