The number of ISIS fighters in Libya has doubled in the past 12 to 18 months, according to the outgoing commanding general of AFRICOM, NBC News reported.
Gen. David Rodriguez said there are 4,000 to 6,000 fighters in the country, mainly in Sirte.
Rodriguez said the U.S. is closely watching the development of a new government in Libya, and will conduct airstrikes against ISIS in the country once that government is developed.
U.S. officials have warned about the rise of ISIS in Libya, fearing the terrorist group could seize the country’s oil reserves and wealth.
