Libyan Aman Bank set on fire as clashes erupt in Tripoli’s centre

Clashes between armed groups broke out Wednesday morning in Gurji, downtown Tripoli.
The Libyan News cannot verify which factions are fighting in the area, but sources reported that Gurji residents clashed with the bank security guards.
However, eyewitnesses said the main Aman Bank building in Gurji was set on fire as it had been targeted by the clashing armed groups.
One man has been reported as killed in the clashes.
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