MOSCOW. Aug 14 (Interfax) - Libyan National Army Commander Khalifa Haftar has welcomed any role of Russia in the Libya settlement process and confirmed the discussion of military assistance with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.
"Yes, but this issue is in the hands of Libyans," Haftar told reporters on Monday, answering a question as to whether Russian military assistance to his forces had been discussed at the meeting with Lavrov.
"We believe that Russia remains our close friend and will not deny assistance," Haftar said.
As to Moscow's mediation of a truce between the opposing Libyan sides, the commander said, "We will be very glad if Russia helps it in any way."
"We have not agreed on a particular role of Russia, but we will welcome any role of Russia in this process," Haftar said.