Libya’s prime minister asserts control after deadly Tripoli violence
aljazeera.comPublished: 5/13/2025
Summary
The military operation swiftly restored calm in Tripoli after clashes that killed six individuals. The death of al-Kikli, a prominent militia leader and former prime minister, led to heightened tensions as his forces controlled key institutions like security agencies and financial ministries. Following the operation, a curfew was imposed overnight, but the city remains tense despite achieving short-term stability.