ALBAWABA- Heavy clashes between rival armed groups have broken out across the Libyan capital, Tripoli, triggering a security crisis and prompting an urgent warning from the Ministry of Interior for all residents to stay indoors.
Gunfire and explosions were reported in several districts late Monday, with military vehicles, tanks, and militia fighters seen deployed across the city.
The escalation appears to involve rival government-aligned militias clashing over control, influence, and resources amid ongoing political unrest.
In a statement, the Interior Ministry of the interim Government of National Unity called on Tripoli citizens to remain at home and avoid movement for their safety.
Video footage circulating online shows a mass evacuation of civilian aircraft from Mitiga International Airport, suggesting fears of potential targeting or disruption to air travel amid the unrest.
Simultaneously, protests erupted outside the Justice Palace in Tripoli over alleged irregularities in the municipal vote-counting process. Both the Ministers of Interior and Justice were seen arriving at the site to address complaints filed by several candidates.
