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Fragile Ceasefire Holds in Tripoli Amid Militia Clashes and Evacuations

Over 100 Italians evacuated as tensions persist following the assassination of a key militia leader and ICC issues arrest warrant for a Libyan general.

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Overview

  • The assassination of Abdel Ghani Al-Kikli on Monday triggered the most violent militia clashes in Tripoli in years, with over 100 reported dead within 24 hours.
  • A fragile ceasefire declared by the Government of National Unity on Wednesday has not fully halted sporadic gunfire and ongoing street protests in the city.
  • Roughly 100 Italian citizens, along with 17 Spaniards, were evacuated safely to Rome on a special flight organized by the Italian government.
  • The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for General Njeem Osama Elmasri, urging Libyan authorities to surrender him for alleged crimes against humanity.
  • Khalifa Haftar’s Libyan National Army has reportedly mobilized forces toward Sirte, raising concerns of a broader conflict in the region.