Tripoli, Libya - Wikipedia
WEBTripoli lies at the western extremity of Libya close to the Tunisian border, on the continent of Africa. Over a thousand kilometers (621 miles) separates Tripoli from Libya's second largest city, Benghazi. Coastal oases alternate with sandy areas and lagoons along the shores of Tripolitania for more than 300 km (190 mi).
Tripoli | History, Geography, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 29, 2024 · Tripoli, capital city of Libya. Situated in northwestern Libya along the Mediterranean coast, it is the country’s largest city and chief seaport. The city is divided into old and new quarters. The ancient walled city, or medina, lies along the harbor and is dominated by a 16th-century Spanish castle.
Libya, Tripoli suffers worst fighting in years. Here’s what to know ...
WEBAug 29, 2022 · Libya’s worst fighting for two years suddenly hit the capital, Tripoli, on Saturday. This explains what led to the violence, why it matters, and how things may play out.
Why did clashes break out in Libya’s Tripoli? - Al Jazeera
WEBAug 17, 2023 · The worst armed clashes in a year have killed 55 people in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, authorities have said. The death toll from the fighting was announced on Wednesday by Tripoli’s health ...
Libya militias battle in Tripoli after commander's arrest - BBC
WEBAug 16, 2023 · Two powerful militias that back Libya's UN-supported government have clashed in the capital, Tripoli, killing 55 people and injuring 146 others, medics say. The fierce fighting, which erupted on...
Libya conflict: GNA regains full control of Tripoli from Gen Haftar - BBC
WEBJun 4, 2020 · Libya's UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) has regained full control of Tripoli after recapturing the capital's airport. Gen Khalifa Haftar's forces have been besieging the city...
Tripoli - BBC News
WEBJan 6, 2021 · Libya in landmark deal over Tripoli militias' exit. Armed groups controlling the capital for years have struck a deal to quit, after a series of deadly clashes. Africa. 16 Aug 2023.
Militia clashes in Libyan capital have killed 45, in city's most ...
WEBAug 16, 2023 · Libyan security forces stand guard in Tripoli, Libya, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2023. Clashes between rival militias in Libya's capital killed a few dozen people and left residents trapped in their homes Tuesday, unable to …
Libya government says militias to leave Tripoli after deal struck
WEBBBC News. Armed groups that have been controlling Tripoli for more than a decade have agreed to leave Libya's capital. Interior minister Imad Trabelsi - part of the internationally...
Renewed Violence in Libya Reflects Power of Militias
WEBAug 17, 2023 · Violence erupted this week in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, again sowing chaos in a country plagued by instability since the ouster of the dictator Muammar el-Qaddafi more than a decade ago.