Libya’s internationally recognized parliament on Thursday rejected a supreme court decision to nullify it, saying the ruling was taken "under the threat of arms".

Libya's internationally recognized parliament on Thursday rejected a supreme court decision to nullify it, saying the ruling was taken "under the threat of arms".

"The House of Representatives rejects the verdict under these conditions and says it is still functioning, as is the government" elected on June 25, an official statement broadcast live on Libya Awalan television said.