AU pushes for lasting truce after Tripoli clashes

Libya has witnessed fresh armed clashes in its capital, Tripoli, this month, resulting in casualties and prompting the African Union to call for an immediate cessation of hostilities between competing factions.

The confrontations involved the 444 Brigade and RADA Special Deterrence Forces, leading to eight confirmed fatalities. While active combat has decreased, Libya’s Defence Ministry indicates that ceasefire discussions are continuing as authorities work to stabilise the situation.

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AU) issued a statement on Saturday condemning the violence and calling for an “unconditional and permanent ceasefire” between all parties involved.

The organisation reiterated its position supporting Libyan-led political solutions while discouraging foreign intervention in the country’s internal affairs.

The recent violence has coincided with public demonstrations in which citizens have called for the resignation of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah.