Libya clashes: UN calls for ceasefire after 32 killed
On Saturday, armed forces of the internationally recognised government tried to push back a convoy of militia loyal to Fathi Bashagha - the man who is recognised as prime minister by a rival, eastern parliament and is vying for control of the country.
Source:Libya Today
August 28, 2022 02:05 UTC
Deadly clashes in Libya's capital kill 23
The clashes pitted the Tripoli Revolutionaries' Brigade militia, led by Haitham Tajouri, against another militia allied with Abdel-Ghani al-Kikli, an infamous warlord known as "Gheniwa," according to local media. Later on Saturday, more militias joined the fighting which spread in different areas in the capital.
Source:Libya Today
August 28, 2022 01:18 UTC
At least 23 people killed in deadly clashes in Libya's capital
Libyan Health Ministry officials say clashes broke out between rival militias in Tripoli, killing at least 23 civilians and wounding 140 othersDamaged vehicles are pictured in a street in the Libyan capital Tripoli on August 27, 2022, following clashes between rival Libyan groups. | Photo Credit: AFPLibyan Health Ministry officials say clashes broke out between rival militias in Tripoli, killing at least 23 civilians and wounding 140 othersDeadly clashes broke out on Saturday in Libya's capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, portending a return to violence amid a long political stalemate. At least 23 people were killed and 140 more wounded, the Health Ministry said. Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah’s government, which is based in Tripoli, claimed the clashes broke out when one militia fired at another. An attempt in May by Bashagha to install his government in Tripoli triggered clashes that ended with his withdrawal from the capital.
Source:Libya Today
August 28, 2022 00:22 UTC
At least 23 people dead, 140 injured in violent clashes between rival militias in Libyan capital of Tripoli
"(The secretary-general) urges the Libyan parties to engage in a genuine dialogue to address the ongoing political impasse and not to use force to resolve their differences. He further calls on the parties to protect civilians and refrain from taking any actions that could escalate tensions and deepen divisions," Stéphane Dujarric, spokesman for the secretary-general said.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 23:51 UTC
At least 23 killed as deadly conflict breaks out in Libya
At least 23 people have been killed after deadly clashes broke out on Saturday in Libya's capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, signalling a return to violence amid a long political stalemate. The escalation threatens to shatter the relative calm Libya has enjoyed for most of the past two years. The oil-rich nation plunged into chaos following a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed long-time autocrat Moammar Gaddafi in 2011. The U.N. mission in Libya said the fighting involved “indiscriminate medium and heavy shelling in civilian-populated neighbourhoods” of Tripoli. An attempt in May by Bashagha to install his government in Tripoli triggered clashes that ended with his withdrawal from the capital.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 23:07 UTC
Deadly clashes shake Libya's capital, killing 23 people
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Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 22:01 UTC
Libya clashes kill 12, spark fears of new war
Libya clashes kill 12, spark fears of new warVideos posted online show burned-out cars, buildings riddled with bullet holes, and mosque on fireAPBy AFP Published: Sat 27 Aug 2022, 9:10 PMClashes between backers of rival governments killed at least 12 people and damaged six hospitals in Libya's capital Saturday, sparking fears that a political crisis could spiral into a major new conflict. Early on Saturday evening, the health ministry in Tripoli gave a preliminary toll of 12 dead and 87 wounded from the fighting. Six hospitals were hit and ambulances were unable to reach areas affected by the clashes, the ministry had said earlier, condemning "war crimes". The US embassy in Libya said it was "very concerned" about the clashes. "They stand to benefit from western Libya divisions and have a better negotiating position once the dust settles."
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 21:44 UTC
Fighting erupts in Tripoli between militias supporting rival Libya premiers
Clashes erupted in the Libyan capital Tripoli last night between forces fighting for rival prime ministers, amid decreased hopes of an election and the deteriorating political crisis in the country. In recent months, there have been previous attempts by Bashagha-aligned militias to enter Tripoli, which have been unsuccessful. Until now, the eastern premier has claimed he would only enter the city by law and not by force. The clashes have revived fears of a renewed civil war in Libya after a short and fragile period of calm in the country. READ: Libya is a game of guns and militias with no end in sight
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 20:39 UTC
Clashes in Libya kill 12, spark fears of new war
Early on Saturday evening, the health ministry in Tripoli gave a preliminary toll of 12 dead and 87 wounded from the fighting. Six hospitals were hit and ambulances were unable to reach areas affected by the clashes, the ministry had said earlier, condemning “war crimes”. The US embassy in Libya said it was “very concerned” about the clashes. Last month, clashes between rival groups in Tripoli left 16 people dead, including a child. It was the deadliest violence to hit the Libyan capital since Haftar’s ill-fated attempt to seize it by force in 2019 and 2020.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 20:05 UTC
Deadly clashes shake Libya’s capital, killing 13 civilians
Deadly clashes shake Libya’s capital, killing 13 civiliansBy AP Published: Published Date - 12:48 AM, Sun - 28 August 22(AP Photo) Deadly clashes broke out Saturday in Libya's capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, portending a return to violence amid a long political stalemate. At least 13 civilians were killed and over 95 woundedCairo: Deadly clashes broke out Saturday in Libya’s capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, portending a return to violence amid a long political stalemate. At least 13 civilians were killed and over 95 wounded, the Health Ministry said. The oil-rich nation plunged into chaos following a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed longtime autocrat Moammar Gadhafi in 2011. Merset said emergency services were still trying to evacuate wounded and civilians trapped in the fighting that erupted overnight and continued into Saturday.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 19:58 UTC
Shootouts and blasts shake Libyan capital
Smoke rises in the sky following clashes in Tripoli, Libya on August 27, 2022. TRIPOLI, Libya – Intense fighting erupted in the Libyan capital overnight and lasted into Saturday, August 27, with rival factions exchanging heavy gunfire and the sounds of several loud blasts ricocheting around the city. The United Nations’ Libya mission voiced concern at the fighting, including what it called medium and heavy shelling in civilian-populated neighborhoods. The main Libyan standoff pits the GNU in Tripoli under Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah against a rival administration under Fathi Bashagha, which is backed by the eastern-based parliament. This week factions backing Dbeibah paraded around Tripoli in a show of force, saying they would not allow Bashagha to enter.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 19:33 UTC
Deadly clashes in Libya's capital kill 13
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August 27, 2022 19:32 UTC
Fatal clashes shake Libya’s capital, killing 13 civilians
Fatal clashes broke out in the Libyan capital on Saturday between militants backed by two rival administrations, heralding a return to violence after a long period of political stalemate. Fatal clashes broke out in the Libyan capital on Saturday between militants backed by two rival administrations, heralding a return to violence amid a long period of political stalemate. At least 13 civilians have been killed and more than 95 injured, the Ministry of Health said. The government of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, based in Tripoli, said the clashes broke out as one militia fired on another. Bashagha’s attempt to establish his government in Tripoli in May sparked clashes that resulted in his withdrawal from the capital.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 19:31 UTC
Deadly clashes shake Libya's capital, killing 13 civilians
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Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 19:23 UTC
Deadly clashes shake Libya’s capital, killing 23 people
Deadly clashes broke out Saturday in Libya’s capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, portending a return to violence amid a long political stalemate. The U.N. mission in Libya said the fighting involved “indiscriminate medium and heavy shelling in civilian-populated neighborhoods” of Tripoli. Later Saturday, more militias joined the fighting, which spread in different areas in the capital. Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah’s government, which is based in Tripoli, said the clashes broke out when one militia fired at another. An attempt in May by Bashagha to install his government in Tripoli triggered clashes that ended with his withdrawal from the capital.
Source:Libya Today
August 27, 2022 19:22 UTC