Libya: armed clashes in Tripoli, at least 6 dead

The toll of the clashes in Tripoli between rival militias is at least 6 dead. This was reported by the correspondent of Al Arabiya TV in a tweet, also reporting the suspension for safety reasons of flights at Mitiga airport. According to The Libya Observer in the al-Sabaa area, in the western part of Tripoli, the Deterrence Force, close to the government of national unity, and the Revolutionary Brigade of Tripoli led by Ayoub Abu Ras, close to the Presidential Council, have been fighting since last night. who allegedly kidnapped a commander of the Deterrence Force. The 444 Brigade, linked to the Libyan Army, affiliated with the Military Region of Tripoli, would have intervened to stop the clashes, while the Presidential Council in a note calls for a ceasefire. According to The Libya Observer, which cites health sources, there are also a child among the victims and 25 injured.

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