Libyan Central Bank Branch In Benghazi Seized By Islamists. They Now Have Access To $100 Billion

The central bank branch in Benghazi. The bank, which has headquarters in Tripoli, is the nation’s last functioning institution. Credit Esam Omran Al-Fetori/Reuters

Washington Times: Benghazi branch of central bank seized by Islamic fighters; almost $100B inside

WNU Editor: There are conflicting reports on who attacked the bank, who seized the bank, and whether or not the Army has retaken the bank. In short .... this sounds like a great Hollywood movie. I will update this story when more information becomes available.

More News On The Libyan Central Bank Being Seized By Islamists

Wider Chaos Threatens as Fighters Seize Branch of Libya’s Central Bank -- New York Times
Libyan Militants Just Seized A Central Bank Branch With As Much As $100 Billion Inside -- Business Insider
UN Libya Mission condemns attack against Central Bank in Benghazi -- UN News Centre
U.N. condemns attack on Libyan central bank, demands inquiry -- Reuters
UN Condemns Attack on Libya's Central Bank, Calls for Renewed Ceasefire -- Sputnik