Brussels (ANTARA News/AFP) - NATO allies on Wednesday agreed to extend their air campaign in Libya by another 90 days, diplomats said, as forces loyal to ousted strongman Moamer Kadhafi still pose a threat to civilians.

"Operation Unified Protector was just extended for 90 days," one diplomat said on condition of anonymity after NATO ambassadors decided to prolong the six-month-old mission.

Another diplomat said the operation could be terminated "at any time" if military commanders deem that civilians are finally safe.

A second 90-day mandate was due to expire on September 27, but Western leaders have made clear their intention to continue flying NATO warplanes as long as Kadhafi forces harm civilians. (*)

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