The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has announced that it is closely following the emergency caused by severe weather conditions in the eastern region of Libya.

“We express our heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives and our thoughts for all people affected”, the UNSMIL said in a statement.

It also affirmed that it stands ready to support the efforts by local authorities and municipalities to respond to this emergency and provide urgent humanitarian assistance, to complement national and local efforts.

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