{"id":132210,"date":"2025-05-14T14:39:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T14:39:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/tripoli-the-capital-of-a-divided-country-faces-violent-battles\/"},"modified":"2025-05-14T14:39:58","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T14:39:58","slug":"tripoli-the-capital-of-a-divided-country-faces-violent-battles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/tripoli-the-capital-of-a-divided-country-faces-violent-battles\/","title":{"rendered":"Tripoli, the capital of a divided country, faces violent battles."},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<figure class=\"article__media\">\n        <picture class=\"article__media\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/556\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg 556w, https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/600\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg 600w, https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/664\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg 664w, https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/700\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg 700w, https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/800\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 556px, 100vw\" alt=\"Des voitures br\u00fbl\u00e9es apr\u00e8s des combats entre milices rivales, \u00e0 Tripoli, le\u00a014\u00a0mai 2025.\" width=\"664\" height=\"443\"><\/source>\n        <\/picture>\n        <noscript><br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.lemde.fr\/2025\/05\/14\/0\/0\/3297\/2198\/664\/0\/75\/0\/83e71b3_sirius-fs-upload-1-zz68hi62gtvk-1747231089421-000-46n637k.jpg\" alt=\"Cars burned after fighting between rival militias, in Tripoli, May 14, 2025.\"\/><br \/>\n        <\/noscript><figcaption class=\"article__legend\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Cars burned after fighting between rival militias, in Tripoli, May 14, 2025. <span class=\"article__credit\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Mahmud Turkia \/ AFP<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"article__sub-title\">Recent Clashes in Tripoli<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">Violent **clashes** erupted once again among **rival armed groups** in Tripoli during the night of May 14, as intense fighting left a significant number of casualties in recent days. According to security sources, at least **six individuals** were reported dead due to these clashes. An official from the **Ministry of the Interior** described the situation to the France-Presse (AFP) agency, stating, <em>&#8220;The clashes have resumed in Tripoli on a large scale, extending to several sectors, between the Radaa force and the 444 brigade,&#8221;<\/em> adding that **heavy weapons** such as **machine guns** and **rocket launchers** were utilized. As of now, no concrete assessment of the casualties has been disclosed from these renewed confrontations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">The **Radaa Force** operates outside the control of Prime Minister **Abdel Hamid Dbeibah&#8217;s** government, with brigade 444 being supported by the Ministry of Defense. Following the announcement of the **dissolution of Radaa**, which occurred simultaneously with the disbandment of security groups managed by another influential militia, the **Stability Support Device (SSA)**, recent escalations have raised concerns. The SSA&#8217;s leader, Abdel Ghani &#8220;Ghnewa&#8221; al-Kikli, was killed in an incident shortly before this escalation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article__sub-title\">International Concern<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">The **United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)** expressed alarm over reports indicating **civilian casualties**. On May 14, they urged the involved parties to halt the fighting to facilitate <em>&#8220;the implementation of safe corridors for the evacuation of civilians trapped in intense conflict zones.&#8221;<\/em> The mission voiced its deep concern regarding the resurgence of violence in **Tripoli**, calling for an <em>&#8220;immediate and unconditional ceasefire.&#8221;<\/em> They cautioned that the situation could escalate to an unmanageable level very quickly.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article__sub-title\">The Impact of Violence<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">Throughout the city, **strong explosions** reverberated, particularly around the port area and in western and southern **Tripoli**. According to security sources, groups aligned with Radaa have brought reinforcements to support their forces against brigade 444. Additionally, reports indicated that an armed group from **Zawiya**, located 45 kilometers west of the capital, entered a **district of western Tripoli** to support the Radaa forces. Eyewitnesses shared images across social media, showcasing **burning vehicles** and buildings damaged by the ongoing firefight.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article__sub-title\">Historical Context<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">The violence in Libya is not a new phenomenon. Since the overthrow of dictator **Muammar Gaddafi** in 2011, the country has been mired in **divisions** and power struggles. Currently, Libya is under the administration of two competing governments: one recognized by the United Nations, led by Prime Minister **Abdel Hamid Dbeibah**, and another based in the eastern part of the country, controlled by **Marshal Khalifa Haftar**. Despite a semblance of stability in previous years, rival factions continue to clash over territory and influence, especially in **Tripoli** and the western regions of Libya.<\/p>\n<section class=\"author\">\n<p class=\"author__detail\">\n            <span class=\"author__name\">Reported by Mahmud Turkia \/ AFP<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"article__reactions\">\n<h2 class=\"article__sub-title\">Reactions to the Violence<\/h2>\n<p class=\"article__paragraph\">In response to the **rising violence**, various international organizations are calling for immediate action to **protect civilians**. Many humanitarian groups are deeply concerned about the potential for large-scale civilian displacement, as the conflict intensifies in this densely populated area. The ongoing battles highlight the urgent need for a comprehensive approach to peace and reconciliation in Libya, aiming to heal the divisions that have plagued this North African nation.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">Breaking News General &#8211; 1<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cars burned after fighting between rival militias, in Tripoli, May 14, 2025. Mahmud Turkia \/ AFP Recent Clashes in Tripoli Violent **clashes** erupted once again among **rival armed groups** in Tripoli during the night of May 14, as intense fighting left a significant number of casualties in recent days. 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