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Tripoli

Tripoli is the capital of Libya. It is located on the Mediterranean, in the northwest of the North African country. It was founded in the 7th century BC.

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A displaced boy in Tripoli, Libya

Tripoli's water supply cut-off by Haftar forces

Libya's UN-backed government has blamed forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar for cutting off Tripoli's major water pipeline.
ConflictsMay 21, 2019
Libyan National Army

Airstrikes hit Tripoli

The rebel army, headed by Khalifa Haftar, has been galvanized by victories in the country's eastern and southern parts.
ConflictsApril 28, 2019
Libya: Demonstration against Khalifa Haftar's offensive in Tripoli

EU-France split on Libya boosts Haftar

The European Union has formallly recognized the government in Tripoli. However, France seems to be playing both sides.
ConflictsApril 23, 2019
Mitiga airport in Tripoli

Tripoli airport reopens as Libya fighting rages

Tripoli air traffic was suspended overnight, as Libya's unity government battled to push back a rival group's offensive.
SocietyApril 21, 2019
A fighter loyal to Libya's Government of National Accord fires a weapon

'New phase' in fight for Libya's Tripoli

Forces loyal to Libya's unity government have launched a counterattack to keep rival fighters from advancing.
ConflictsApril 20, 2019
Burnt-out cars in Tripoli

Trump congratulates Haftar on 'fighting terrorism'

The UN's health says at least 213 people have now died in fighting near the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
ConflictsApril 19, 2019
Members of Libyan National Army (LNA) commanded by Khalifa Haftar, get ready before heading out of Benghazi to reinforce the troops advancing to Tripoli, in Benghazi, Libya

Libya's battle for Tripoli: What you need to know

Khalifa Haftar's push for Tripoli could be the most important moment for Libya since the overthrow of Moammar Gadhafi.
ConflictsApril 17, 2019
Migrants hold placards during United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visit to Ain Zara detention centre for migrants in the Libyan capital Tripoli

Libya migrants squeezed in battle for Tripoli

Migrants locked in detention camps in Tripoli face increasing danger as the prospect of a drawn-out siege looms.
ConflictsApril 16, 2019
A plume of smoke rises behind a tank

UN says death toll rising in Libya fighting

The UN health agency says dozens of people have been killed in Libya as rival militias fight for control of the capital.
ConflictsApril 14, 2019
Members of the Lybian National Army, commanded by Khalifa Haftar, pose for a picture as they head out of Benghazi

UN urges immediate halt to Libya fighting

An escalation of fighting near the Libyan capitol is threatening to turn into "an all-out conflict," the UN warned.
ConflictsApril 9, 2019
Libyan National Army soldier (LNA)

Libya: Clashes rage near Tripoli

At least 35 people have been killed since a Libyan general launched a campaign to capture Tripoli.
ConflictsApril 8, 2019
US Marine Corps Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander, US Africa Command

US military pulls forces from Libya

Increased fighting has raised prospects of renewed civil war in the country.
ConflictsApril 7, 2019
Armed trucks near Tripoli

UN calls for halt of offensive against Libya's capital

The UNSC has called for a halt to military movements in Tripoli following an offensive by eastern forces on the capital.
ConflictsApril 6, 2019
Khalifa Haftar

Libyan militias resist advance of pro-Haftar forces

Militias in Libya's west say they're determined to stop a bid by military strongman Khalifa Haftar to seize the capital.
ConflictsApril 5, 2019
Members of the self-styled Libyan National Army open fire

Libya's Haftar orders forces 'to advance' on Tripoli

In a video posted online, Libyan military General Khalifa Haftar has ordered his forces to advance on Tripoli.
ConflictsApril 4, 2019
The Libyan foreign ministry on fire in Tripoli

Suicide bombers attack Libya's foreign ministry

At least three were killed and ten injured, officials said. Libya has been mired in conflict since a 2011 uprising.
ConflictsDecember 25, 2018
A man raises his hand outside the damaged headquarters of the national oil company

Libya: Armed group storms state oil company

Gunmen have launched a violent attack on the headquarters of Libya's national oil firm, leaving several dead.
ConflictsSeptember 10, 2018
Militia members stand next to a vehicle armed with heavy weaponry

Libya militias agree UN ceasefire in Tripoli

The UN has hailed a deal to "end all hostilities" and "protect civilians" after days of deadly clashes in the capital.
ConflictsSeptember 5, 2018
Smoke rises during clashes between rival militias in Tripoli

Libya declares state of emergency in Tripoli

At least 39 people have been killed in ongoing clashes between armed groups vying for power.
ConflictsSeptember 2, 2018
Libyen Tripolis Flughafen

Tripoli's only airport shuts amid clashes

The only operational airport in Tripoli has suspended all flights for 48 hours after rockets land near the city.
ConflictsAugust 31, 2018
The site of a suicide attack on Libyan electoral commission is seen in Tripoli

Militants kill 12 in Libya election HQ attack

A suicide bomber blew himself inside the headquarters of Libya's election body in Tripoli while others set it on fire.
TerrorismMay 2, 2018
Libyen Konflikt - Soldaten

Benghazi 'liberated,' says strongman Haftar

Eastern Libya's strongman Khalifa Haftar claims his forces have liberated Benghazi three years after jihadists entered.
ConflictsJuly 6, 2017
Kämpfe Tripolis Libyen

Tripoli clashes leave scores dead

The violence is the latest to rock the divided country since the toppling of long-time dictator Moammar Gadhafi in 2011.
ConflictsMay 27, 2017
Libanon Tripoli Ziad Allouki

Tripoli butcher readies for Syrian war at home

Sunni fighters have been preparing to defend Lebanon, fearing Syria's Alawites will bring the war to them.
PoliticsMay 11, 2017
Italian interior minister Marco Minniti (left) speaks during a press conference in Tripoli

Italy to reopen diplomatic mission in Libya

Despite continued unrest, Italy has said it will reopen its embassy in Libya and cooperate to stem the flow of migrants.
ConflictsJanuary 10, 2017
Libyen zerstörtes Gebäude in Tripoli

Militias battle in Tripoli after relative calm

Rival factions deployed heavy weaponry on the streets of Tripoli as the city was rocked by the worst violence in years.
ConflictsDecember 2, 2016
Libyen Bahnverkehr & Streckennetz - Bauarbeiten

Off the rails

Five years after the end of the war, Libya's long awaited railroad project is still off the rails
SocietyOctober 20, 2016
Libyen Bengasi Bewaffneter vor zerstörten Häusern

Car bomb kills soldiers praying in Benghazi

A suicide bomber has attacked Libyan troops loyal to general Khalifa Haftar, killing several during evening prayers.
July 7, 2016
Libyen Sirte Offensive

Libya suffers casualties in clash with 'IS'

In one of the most intense clashes of recent weeks, dozens of Libyan militiamen have been killed fighting 'IS.'
June 22, 2016
Fayez Serraj sits in front of a Libyan flag

Islamist-backed Tripoli government quits

The Islamist-backed government has taken the decision to "put the interests of the nation above anything else."
April 6, 2016
Libyen Tripolis Fayez Serraj Einheitsregierung

UN-backed PM arrives in Libya

UN-backed Libyan premier arrives in Tripoli, promises "rapid measures"
March 30, 2016
Libyen Tripolis Platz der Märtyrer Stadtbild Symbolbild

UN calls for Libya unity government

UN envoy Martin Kobler has called for the Libya unity government to take charge 'within days' in Tripoli.
March 18, 2016
Libyen Tripolis Platz der Märtyrer Stadtbild Symbolbild

Libyan government's bid for recognition

Recognize us, Libya's UN-backed unity government has urged the international community.
March 13, 2016
Jean-Marc Ayrault

France mulls EU sanctions on Libyan politicians

Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault has proposed sanctions for Libyan officials holding up plans for a unity government.
March 11, 2016
A military plane of the US led coalition flies above the Syrian town of Kobani, seen from a hilltop outside Suruc, on the Turkey-Syria border (AP Photo/Vadim Ghirda, File)

US strikes 'Islamic State' in Libya

US officials say they have targeted IS bases in Libya where the jihadhist group has increased its activities.
February 19, 2016
Map of coastal Libya showing Sliten

Truck bomb attack on Libyan police center

The UN said the rising number of terror attacks should prompt the country's two rival governments to unite.
January 7, 2016
Marokko Unterzeichnung UN-Friedensplan Libyen

Libya's rival factions sign UN-brokered peace deal

Libya's two rival governments sign a deal aimed at putting an end to infighting and helping battle "Islamic State."
December 17, 2015
Libyen Konferenz in Rom John Kerry

World powers back Libya unity government

Major powers have pressed Libya’s divided political factions to lay down their weapons and back a UN peace plan.
December 13, 2015
Augsburg jubelt

Augsburg beat the odds, advance in Europa League

Augsburg beat the odds to qualify for the knockout stages.
December 10, 2015
ARCHIVE: A wooden boat from which migrants were rescued is seen at the end of the operation 10.5 miles (16 kilometres), off the coast of Libya, August 6, 2015.

Rival Libyan factions reach agreement

The plan to end the power standoff which followed Gadhafi's overthrow would need approval by both rival parliaments.
December 6, 2015
Martin Kobler

UN to restart Libya unity govt talks

German diplomat Martin Kobler says talks will restart with Libya's rival factions to attempt to agree a unity government
November 17, 2015
Libyen Italien italienische Marine

Libya accuses Italy of violating waters

The Libyan government in Benghazi has accused three Italian warships of violating its waters
November 1, 2015
Libyan Army soldiers jump from a helicopter to show their skills as part of a graduation ceremony

'Unarmed' helicopter shot down in Libya

A Libyan helicopter has crashed into the sea near Tripoli after being shot down by rival militants.
October 27, 2015

Libyan government rejects peace deal

Libya's internationally recognized parliament in Tobruk has rejected a deal to share power with its rivals in Tripoli.
ConflictsOctober 20, 2015
Libya map showing Tobruk

West backs UN unity plan for Libya

The US, Germany, France and Britain, among others, have endorsed plans for Libya's new national unity government.
October 10, 2015
Symbolbild Flüchtlingsboot Küste Libyen

Libyan media: Key human trafficker killed

Libyan people smuggler reportedly shot dead.
September 26, 2015
Clashes outside Sirte

Libya envoy says text of peace deal finalized

The United Nations has handed Libya's warring factions a final draft of a peace accord to end their conflict.
September 22, 2015
Libyen Kämpfe gegen IS in Sirke

Reports of 150-200 dead in Libya massacre

A battle between Islamic State group jihadists and local gunmen in Libya has left scores dead.
August 15, 2015
Libyen Ministerpräsident Abdullah el-Thenni Regierung in Tobruk

Libyan prime minister announces resignation

Libya's internationally recognized prime minister Abdullah al-Thinni said in a television bradcast that he would resign.
August 12, 2015
Libyen Bürgerkrieg

Libyan factions sign unity deal without Tripoli

Warring factions in conflict-stricken Libya have signed a UN-brokered agreement to form a national unity government.
July 12, 2015