Ceasefire Crumbles: Tripoli's Violent Struggle for Power

After intense clashes erupted in Tripoli following the killing of a militia leader, the Libyan government called a ceasefire that momentarily calmed the situation. The fighting pits Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah’s allies against the Rada faction, threatening to escalate the long-standing conflict. Residents remain horrified by the renewed violence.

The calm in Libya's capital, Tripoli, was short-lived as renewed clashes broke out despite a governmental ceasefire announcement on Wednesday. Residents reported a tense atmosphere with no clear casualty figures yet released by authorities.

Initially sparked by the killing of a key militia leader, the fighting highlights the volatile nature of Tripoli's current political landscape. Regular forces, coordinated by the defense ministry, are attempting to stabilize the city by deploying neutral units, though details remain sparse.

Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah's position appears bolstered by recent events, yet ongoing hostilities threaten a broader escalation involving Libya's varied armed factions. Notably, the Dbeibah-aligned 444 Brigade is engaged in intense battles against the Rada force, increasing fears of wider conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)