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Tripoli lies at the western extremity of Libya close to the Tunisian border, on the continent of Africa. Over a thousand kilometers (621 miles) separates Tripoli from Libya's second largest city, Benghazi. Coastal oases alternate with sandy areas and lagoons along the shores of Tripolitania for more than 300 km (190 mi).
Sep 29, 2024 · Tripoli, capital city of Libya. Situated in northwestern Libya along the Mediterranean coast, it is the country’s largest city and chief seaport. The city is divided into old and new quarters. The ancient walled city, or medina, lies along the harbor and is dominated by a 16th-century Spanish castle.
Aug 29, 2022 · Libya’s worst fighting for two years suddenly hit the capital, Tripoli, on Saturday. This explains what led to the violence, why it matters, and how things may play out.
Aug 16, 2023 · Two powerful militias that back Libya's UN-supported government have clashed in the capital, Tripoli, killing 55 people and injuring 146 others, medics say. The fierce fighting, which erupted on...
Jun 4, 2020 · Libya's UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) has regained full control of Tripoli after recapturing the capital's airport. Gen Khalifa Haftar's forces have been besieging the city...
Armed groups that have been controlling Tripoli for more than a decade have agreed to leave Libya's capital. Interior minister Imad Trabelsi - part of the internationally recognised...
Feb 21, 2024 · Armed groups in Tripoli have agreed to leave the Libyan capital and to be replaced with regular forces, the country’s interior minister said, after a spate of deadly clashes.
Aug 17, 2023 · 17 Aug 2023. The worst armed clashes in a year have killed 55 people in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, authorities have said. The death toll from the fighting was announced on Wednesday by...
