Militia infighting rocks Libya's capital; 7 killed including a powerful warlord, officials say

Heavy clashes erupted in Tripoli following the killing of warlord Abdel-Ghani al-Kikli, resulting in at least six deaths and widespread panic. Rival militias fought fiercely in Abu Salim, prompting school closures and a U.N. warning about potential war crimes. The violence underscores Libya's ongoing instability since the 2011 revolution, with militias wielding significant power.

May 13, 2025 - 03:15
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Militia infighting rocks Libya's capital; 7 killed including a powerful warlord, officials say
Heavy clashes erupted in Tripoli following the killing of warlord Abdel-Ghani al-Kikli, resulting in at least six deaths and widespread panic. Rival militias fought fiercely in Abu Salim, prompting school closures and a U.N. warning about potential war crimes. The violence underscores Libya's ongoing instability since the 2011 revolution, with militias wielding significant power.

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