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            <title>Tragedy at Sea: Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Libya, Dozens Dead</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The vessel departed from Al-Zawiya, Libya, at around 11:00pm on February 5, then capsized about six hours later north of Zuwara, the IOM stated, citing survivor accounts.

According to the UN agency, only two Nigerian women survived and were retrieved during a search-and-rescue operation by Libyan authorities. One survivor said she lost her husband in the wreck, while the other said she lost her two babies.

&ldquo;These tragedies are preventable. Urgent action is needed to protect lives and ensure safe, regular pathways on the Central Mediterranean route,&rdquo; the agency stated on X.&nbsp;

Libya has become a major transit point for migrants from Africa and the Middle East, using a dangerous Central Mediterranean route where overcrowded boats often sink or capsize before reaching Europe.

So far in 2026, at least 484 migrants have died or gone missing on the Central Mediterranean route, including 375 in January alone, though the true toll is likely higher, the IOM says.

During the first week of February, 244 migrants were intercepted at sea and taken back to Libya.
The UN reported that more than 1,314 migrants disappeared and 27,116 were intercepted and returned to Libya in the Central Mediterranean in 2025.

&ldquo;Smuggling and trafficking networks continue to profit from desperate people by sending them to sea in unseaworthy boats,&rdquo; the UN stressed.]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:25:51 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Son of Libya Longtime Ruler Qaddafi killed</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[His adviser, Abdallah Othman Abdurrahim, confirmed his death in a social media post, saying that he was killed by unidentified gunmen.

Seif Al-Islam, 53, had been seen as his father&rsquo;s successor.

He was arrested in November 2011 in southern Libya following a warrant by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

He was sentenced to death in 2015 after a speedy trial, but was granted amnesty.

In 2021, he announced he would run for president, but those elections were indefinitely postponed.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:23:37 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Libya’s Top Military Commander Killed as Aircraft Crashes in Turkey After Ankara Meetings</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah announced late Tuesday that Al-Haddad and four other members of his delegation had died in what he described as a &ldquo;tragic and painful&rdquo; loss for Libya and its armed forces. The aircraft had been traveling from Ankara to Tripoli when it went down south of the Turkish capital.

Turkish officials said the Dassault Falcon 50 jet took off from Ankara&rsquo;s Esenboga Airport at 1710 GMT. Contact with air traffic control was lost roughly 40 minutes later while the plane was flying over the Haymana district. The crew had issued a distress call requesting an emergency landing, but communications were subsequently cut off. The wreckage was later discovered near Kesikkavak village, about 75 kilometers south of Ankara, in a remote and rugged area.

Following the disappearance of the aircraft from radar, Turkish authorities temporarily closed Ankara&rsquo;s airspace and launched a large-scale search and rescue operation. Gendarmerie units located the crash site several hours later.

Turkey&rsquo;s Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc said a full investigation has been opened into the incident. The Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office assigned five prosecutors to the case, with oversight from a deputy chief prosecutor. Officials stressed that the inquiry is ongoing and that the cause of the crash has yet to be determined.

Among those killed alongside al-Haddad were Major General al-Faituri Ghraibil, commander of Libya&rsquo;s ground forces; Brigadier Mahmoud al-Qatiwi, head of the Military Manufacturing Authority; Mohamed al-Asawi Diab, an advisor to the chief of staff; and Mohamed Omar Ahmed Mahjoub, a media office photographer.

The Libyan delegation had spent the day in Ankara engaged in talks with senior Turkish defense and military officials, including Defense Minister Yasar Guler and Turkish Chief of General Staff Selcuk Bayraktaroglu. The visit took place against the backdrop of continued military cooperation between Turkey and Libya&rsquo;s Tripoli-based government.

The crash came just one day after Turkey&rsquo;s parliament voted to extend the mandate for Turkish military deployment in Libya by two more years. Turkey, a NATO member led by the US, has provided sustained military and political support to the Tripoli authorities since 2020, maintaining close security and defense ties with Libya&rsquo;s internationally recognized government.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:35:43 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Libya Starts Preparations for Presidential, Parliamentary Elections in 2026</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the commission said it has begun preparing and publishing the regulatory frameworks for the elections of the head of state and the parliament, Xinhua reported.

The commission also said it is currently drafting the regulations governing nominations for prospective candidates so that they have enough time to review the conditions and procedures to prepare for their participation.

It has recently urged the UN Support Mission in Libya to accelerate efforts to resolve disputes surrounding amendments to electoral laws proposed by the &quot;6+6 Committee&quot; that is composed of six members of the House of Representatives and six members of the High Council of State charged with developing the legislative framework for the elections.

The House of Representatives is the parliament based in the East, while the High Council of State is the consultative body based in Tripoli, representing the former General National Congress. Both are key players in the political process and participate in institutional negotiations.

Since the fall of former leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has been split between two rival governments -- the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, and the eastern-based administration appointed by the House of Representatives and headed by Osama Hammad.

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            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:00:43 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Libyan Parliament Speaker Calls for Immediate Presidential Election</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[In a statement published on the official Facebook page of the speaker&#39;s media office, Saleh expressed the parliament&#39;s support for the peaceful demonstrations that took place across several Libyan regions on Friday evening, demanding the acceleration of the presidential elections, Xinhua reported.

The statement stressed that the demonstrations reflect &quot;the will of the Libyan people, which constitutes the source of authority.&quot;

Saleh emphasized that expediting the elections aims to preserve the country&#39;s unity and its institutions, prevent continued division, and meet citizens&#39; aspirations to build a stable state.

Earlier on Friday, several Libyan cities, including those in eastern and southern regions, witnessed large peaceful demonstrations in which citizens demanded the swift holding of presidential elections and the right to choose their political leadership.

Since the fall of former leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has been split between two rival governments -- the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, and the eastern-based administration appointed by the House of Representatives and headed by Osama Hammad.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:33:59 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Libya between Choas and Hope for Stability</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The move is the first overt meeting between the two sides since 2019 clashes and can mark a turning point in the path to unifying the military institutions and de-escalation.

Aspects of new deal&nbsp;

The agreement comes amid the fifth anniversary of the east-west Libya ceasefire, a deal that established the Joint Military Commission (5+5) and committed the country to disbanding all armed groups and militias nationwide.

However, the militia issue remains one of the most pressing challenges for the executive authorities in Tripoli.

During the recent talks, Khaled Haftar highlighted the urgent need to take &quot;practical steps toward unifying the military institution.&quot; Major General Khaled Al-Mahjoub announced that the deal will create a joint force to combat terrorism and illegal migration.

In a significant show of international engagement, this new force is slated to participate in Exercise Flintlock 2026. The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) exercise is scheduled for the first quarter of next year in Sirte, aiming to boost coordination between eastern and western Libyan forces.

Variety and distribution of militias

Since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has witnessed rise of tens of militant groups, many of whom officially or unofficially worked under the auspices of various governments. The LNA, led by Khalifa Haftar, has been based on the east fighting the National Salvation Government and then Government of National Unity (GNU) in the west. The 2019 bloody clashes marked the peak of these hostilities, when Misrata Brigades played a key role in warding off an attack on the LNA.

At present, leading forces are:

The Libyan National Army (LNA): Commanded by Khalifa Haftar,the LNA is based in eastern Libya. This force maintains a more formal military structure and receives backing from foreign powers, including Russia, the UAE, and Egypt.

Forces Affiliated GNU: Operating from western Libya, particularly in Tripoli and Misrata, these forces consist of a coalition of local armed groups. While they are officially aligned with the GNU, many of these units retain significant operational independence.

444th Combat Brigade: One of the most powerful armed groups in Tripoli, the 444th Combat Brigade was established in 2021 by Mahmoud Hamza, a prominent commander from the Special Deterrence Force. It has consolidated power by controlling key military sites, including the Yarmouk Camp and the Tripoli Military Zone headquarters, and has extended its influence over southwestern neighborhoods such as Ain Zara, Al-Faranj, Salah al-Din, and Qasr bin Ghashir.

Special Deterrence Force (SDF): Under the command of Abdul Raouf Kara, this group wields substantial influence in the capital. It controls several detention facilities and has repeatedly faced accusations of human rights abuses.

Stability Support Authority (SSA): Formerly led by Abd al-Ghani al-Kikli (known as Ghniwa), who was assassinated in the internal clashes of May 2025, command of the SSA has now passed to Abuzriba.

Misrata Brigades: This is a coalition of armed groups from the city of Misrata. Historically operating under the former Government of National Accord, these brigades have recently engaged in talks with the LNA to form a joint force.

Record of recent clashes

Armed conflict persisted in Libya throughout 2025, primarily concentrated in the country&#39;s western regions. Most important cases are as follows:&nbsp;

Tripoli (May 2025): The capital witnessed intense urban warfare following the assassination of Abd al-Ghani al-Kikli(Ghniwa) at an official meeting. Fierce clashes erupted between the 444th Combat Brigade and the Special Deterrence Force, plunging the city into chaos. The fighting resulted in dozens of casualties and widespread panic among civilians.&nbsp;

Misrata (October 2025): In a stark display of internal fragmentation, two factions officially loyal to the Government of National Unity (GNU)&mdash;the Joint Operations Force and the 24th Infantry Battalion&mdash;turned their weapons on each other. The violence was triggered by the detention of a militia member and rapidly escalated into heavy weapons fire. The clashes had immediate and severe consequences: 11 civilians were wounded, and Misrata International Airport was forced to suspend all operations. This event was historically significant, marking the first time since ouster of Gaddafi in that Libya&#39;s third-largest city became a battleground for inter-militia warfare. Located 200 km east of Tripoli, Misrata is a stronghold for some of the country&#39;s most powerful armed militias, which have been key in supporting Prime Minister Dbeibah against rivals like Abdul Raouf Kara&#39;s Special Deterrence Force.

Zawiya and Sabha (August 27, 2025): The coastal city of Zawiya reignited as a Flashpoint on August 27, with rival militias battling with heavy weapons in residential neighborhoods. The clashes caused significant civilian casualties and property damage. These sporadic but violent confrontations among local armed groups are typically driven by struggles over control of oil resources, smuggling routes, and strategic territory. The fighting was only quelled after the intervention of the Presidential Council and state security forces.

Reactions and challenges

Despite the significance of this agreement, the reactions from the institutions of the GNU have been cautious and even negative. The GNU&#39;s Counter-terror Service dismissed the &quot;rumers&quot; of participating in the Sirte meeting. This stance indicates a deep gap among the Libyan security institutions and efforts by the LNA to form unity.

Meanwhile, the recent clashes in Misrata expose a deeper crisis of parallel command structures and the absence of centralized control over armed groups, sparking a wave of criticism directed at the GNU.&nbsp;

Reports from human rights organizations paint a grim picture of this failure to rein in militias. According to these reports, arbitrary arrests, extrajudicial executions, and enforced disappearances remain widespread. Between March 2024 and September 2025, at least 20 detainees are believed to have died in custody for political reasons. Accountability remains elusive as judicial institutions grapple with political interference and fear of retaliation.

Amidst the political and military fragmentation in Tripoli, the governance vacuum is deepening, creating breeding ground for the reorganization of takfiri groups like ISIS. Recent arrests of ISIS elements and the group&#39;s resurgent propaganda demonstrate that Libya continues to serve a persistent role as a hub for ISIS&#39;s logistical and ideological operations.

Conclusion&nbsp;

The multiplicity of militias and the absence of central control over them marks one of the most important barriers ahead of stability and sustainable security in this North African country. Recent clashes show that even within the framework of the GNU, there is no coordination of the security forces. This situation not only jeopardizes the security of civilians, but also risks collapse of political agreements and the efforts for military unification.

Though a key step in unifying military forces, Khaled Haftar&#39;s agreement with Misrata Brigades faces serious challenges given the security crises, parallel activities of armed groups, and distrust among the east and west Libya institutions. For the country to reach a sustainable stability, structural reforms, disarmament of unofficial militias, and international oversight of military integration look crucial.&nbsp;]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:19:36 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Libyan Hospital Ship Joins Gaza-Bound Flotilla to Defy Israeli Blockade</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[The Omar al-Mukhtar, outfitted with an intensive care unit and emergency medical supplies, left port on Sunday after weather conditions delayed its earlier departure, spokesman Nabil al-Soukni said.

&ldquo;We are now fully ready with all our equipment, and we increased the storage of supplies for some of the smaller boats that had been understocked due to their size,&rdquo; al-Soukni told Anadolu.

He said the vessel is carrying tents for displaced Palestinians, medicines, baby formula and other essential supplies, while also making room for activists from smaller boats unable to continue the journey.

&ldquo;The popular and moral support we received from some parties in Libya was a strong message to raise the morale of the crew aboard the Omar al-Mukhtar,&rdquo; al-Soukni added.

Former Libyan prime minister Omar al-Hassi is among those on board, alongside international activists, according to the spokesman.

Medical officer Abdel Rahman Humaid said a health team had been assembled and intensive care facilities established on the ship.

&ldquo;We equipped the ship with the necessary equipment and medicines and outfitted it with everything required for intensive care,&rdquo; he said.

The flotilla, involving dozens of ships sailing from North African and European ports, plans to converge near Malta before heading toward Gaza.

Organizers say it marks the largest international effort to reach the enclave in nearly two decades of Israeli blockade.

Israel has previously intercepted Gaza-bound vessels, seizing ships and deporting passengers in efforts to maintain its stranglehold on the territory.

The mission comes as UN investigators concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, where more than 65,000 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023 under relentless Israeli assaults.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:47:02 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>UN Mission Condemns Truce Violation in Libya's Capital</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[In a statement, the UNSMIL urged all parties to respect the agreed-upon truce and refrain from actions that could undermine it, Xinhua reported.

&quot;When conflict occurs in urban areas, the propensity for civilian casualties is very high,&quot; the mission said, calling on all parties to avoid provocative acts and to resort to dialogue through the truce mechanism.

It noted that the UN Security Council, in a recent press release, had called for those responsible for attacks against civilians to be held accountable.

Eyewitnesses said clashes erupted earlier Monday between rival armed groups in parts of Tripoli, sparking panic among civilians. No casualties have been reported so far.

The Libyan Defense Ministry confirmed that the clashes had ended, warned against &quot;repeating such violations,&quot; and reaffirmed its readiness to take necessary measures to guarantee security.

Tripoli has seen recurrent outbreaks of violence, including major clashes last month between forces loyal to the Government of National Unity (GNU) and the Stability Support Apparatus, a heavily armed faction with influence in the capital.

Libya has remained divided since the 2011 NATO-backed uprising that toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi. The country is split between rival administrations: the UN-recognized GNU in Tripoli and an eastern-based government backed by the Libyan National Army (LNA) under commander Khalifa Haftar. The Libyan Army, part of the country&#39;s broader military forces, is referred to in contrast to the LNA, which retains its separate identity.

Within Tripoli and other areas under GNU control, armed factions continue to vie for influence despite repeated calls for disarmament and the unification of security institutions.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:17:25 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>The Libyan Crisis: A Decade of Fragmentation and Proxy Wars Historical Roots of the Conflict</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Following Gaddafi&#39;s fall, Libya held its first elections in 2012, forming the General National Congress [GNC]. However, political divisions grew, especially between Islamist factions and secular groups. By 2014, these tensions had escalated into a civil war between two rival governments: the internationally recognized House of Representatives [HoR] based in Tobruk and the Islamist GNC in Tripoli.

To end the conflict, the United Nations brokered the Libyan Political Agreement in 2015, establishing the Government of National Accord [GNA] in Tripoli as a unifying authority. However, this agreement failed to bring lasting peace, as General Khalifa Haftar&#39;s Libyan National Army [LNA] rejected the GNA&#39;s legitimacy and launched a military campaign to seize Tripoli in 2019, renewing warfare.

By 2022, Libya&#39;s political landscape was again fractured, with two rival governments: the internationally recognized Government of National Unity [GNU] in Tripoli, led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, and the eastern Government of National Stability, led by Osama Hammad and controlled by the LNA. This divided governance structure continues to fuel instability as armed factions compete for control amid foreign influences.

Why Are Multiple Factions Fighting?

The Libyan conflict is driven by intertwined political, tribal, ideological, and economic factors. At its core, there is a struggle for political legitimacy between the UN-backed GNA in Tripoli and the HoR allied with Haftar&#39;s LNA, both vying for control of state institutions and Libya&#39;s vital oil wealth. This contest is further complicated by tribal and regional rivalries, as militias align with local clans, fracturing the country into competing power centers.

Integral to this power struggle is control over Libya&#39;s rich oil resources, which remain a critical driver of the conflict. Rival factions and their foreign backers fiercely contest oil fields and export terminals, knowing that dominance over these assets ensures political leverage and economic survival.

The divide is further deepened by ideological tensions, with Islamist groups linked to the Muslim Brotherhood clashing against secular nationalist and military forces. Moreover, the proliferation of militias with shifting loyalties weakens central authority, leading to frequent clashes over territory and influence. Together, these factors perpetuate Libya&#39;s enduring cycle of violence and fragmentation.

Foreign Backers and Their Strategic Interests

Libya has become a proxy battlefield for regional and global powers pursuing distinct strategic goals. The United Arab Emirates [UAE] and Egypt back Haftar, motivated by their desire to suppress Islamist movements, which they view as threats to their regimes. They perceive the GNA&#39;s ties to Muslim Brotherhood-linked factions as destabilizing, which aligns with their broader goal of suppressing Islamist influence in the region. Similarly, Russia supports Haftar, driven by its ambition to expand its influence in North Africa. On the ground, Russian private military contractors-most notably the Wagner Group-play a key role as Moscow seeks to secure Libya&#39;s energy resources and gain strategic access to the Mediterranean.

Opposing them, Turkey and Qatar support the Government of National Accord [GNA], aiming to increase their influence in Libya and the Eastern Mediterranean. One of Turkey&#39;s strategic objectives is to secure favorable maritime boundaries for energy exploration, a goal further advanced by its military support. The use of Turkish drones and troops was crucial in repelling Khalifa Haftar&#39;s assault on Tripoli from 2019 to 2020, effectively shifting the momentum of the conflict.

Meanwhile, France, while publicly supporting the UN peace process, has quietly backed Haftar due to counterterrorism concerns and economic interests in Libya&#39;s oil and infrastructure. Italy, Libya&#39;s former colonial ruler, supports the GNA mainly to safeguard its energy interests and curb migrant flows across the Mediterranean.

Though not a direct combatant, &ldquo;Israel&rdquo; has quietly engaged in the conflict through intelligence and military cooperation with Haftar&#39;s LNA. This cooperation fits within a broader regional partnership involving &ldquo;Israel&rdquo;, Egypt and the UAE, united by concerns over Turkey&#39;s growing influence and Islamist groups in North Africa. &ldquo;Israeli&rdquo; intelligence agencies, notably Mossad, reportedly supplied Haftar&#39;s forces with advanced equipment such as night-vision goggles, sniper rifles and tactical training, strengthening his position against the Turkish-backed GNA.

Controversial Migration Policies and Humanitarian Concerns

The humanitarian dimension of Libya&#39;s conflict is deeply troubling, especially regarding migrants and refugees. The Trump administration reportedly planned to deport migrants to Libya despite well-documented human rights abuses. Court filings revealed detainees from the Philippines, Vietnam, Lao and Mexico were notified of expulsion to Libya, while one Laotian detainee was told he would be sent to Saudi Arabia.

This deportation plan was blocked by a federal judge who ruled it would violate protections against sending migrants to countries where they face persecution. Both Libyan governments, the GNU in the west and Haftar&#39;s administration in the east-denied agreeing to accept deportees from the US Human Rights Watch has condemned Libya&#39;s detention centers as &quot;hellholes&quot; where migrants endure torture, sexual assault and unlawful killings. The US State Department&#39;s reports acknowledge Libya&#39;s &quot;harsh and life-threatening prison conditions,&quot; making such deportations highly controversial.

Conclusion

A fragile-future Libya remains trapped in a cycle of conflict fueled by internal divisions and external interference. Its strategic location, vast oil wealth and migration gateway make it a focal point for regional and global powers. Although the 2020 ceasefire offered temporary respite, the underlying causes-competing factions, foreign meddling and unresolved political disputes-continue to destabilize the country. Without a unified government, disarmament of militias and genuine international cooperation, Libya&#39;s path to peace remains uncertain.]]></description>
            <category>Libya</category>
            <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 18:57:10 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Air Traffic Resumes at Tripoli Airport</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Air traffic at the airport has returned to normal in accordance with the schedules approved before the incidents that took place in Tripoli,&rdquo; Farkash told Anadolu. &ldquo;All foreign airlines have resumed operations normally.&rdquo;

Regarding Hajj flights, Farkash said that &ldquo;there has been a change in the schedule of flights to the holy sites, with the first flight from Mitiga Airport now scheduled for next Wednesday, after it was postponed on Friday due to the events.&rdquo;

Tripoli saw protests Friday in which demonstrators held Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh&rsquo;s government responsible for recent armed clashes in the capital, with some calling for its resignation.

The clashes first erupted Monday following the death of Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, who heads the Stability Support Apparatus affiliated with the Presidential Council.

The UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expressed concern Tuesday about the clashes.

&quot;UNSMIL is deeply alarmed by escalating violence in densely populated neighborhoods of Tripoli for the second night in a row, placing countless civilians at grave risk,&quot; it wrote on X, calling for an &quot;immediate, unconditional&quot; ceasefire in all populated areas.

Libya has remained in turmoil since 2011, when longtime ruler Muammar Gaddafi was ousted after four decades in power.]]></description>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 19:46:19 GMT</pubDate>
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