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| Fighting erupts in Wirshiffana, southwest of Tripoli |
| 2018-09-30 |
| [Libya Observer] Two gangs engaged in heavy fighting in Wirshiffana region, southwest of Tripoli ...a confusing city, one end of which is located in Lebanon and the other end of which is the capital of Libya. Its chief distinction is being mentioned in the Marine Hymn... , on Friday. Local sources said the festivities broke out in Enjila and Awlad Issa districts between Brigade 55 led by Muammar Dawi and Brigade 3 led by Ramzi al-Lifah. There were no immediate reports of casualties. The real reason of the festivities remained unknown, but the sources said both gang, which are registered with the Defense Ministry of the Presidential Council, are vying for control of the entire region. There are reports that Brigade 55 is backed by the Military Council of Zintan. Meanwhile, ...back at the laboratory the smoke and fumes had dispersed, to reveal an ominous sight... the General Electricity Company said power transmission lines in the areas of festivities were damaged, warning of a total blackout from south Tripoli to Zawiya city if the festivities continue. |
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