The Ministry of Defense of the Government of National Unity (GNU) has announced the beginning of a ceasefire implementation across all conflict areas within the capital, Tripoli.
The Ministry clarified that what it described as regular forces, in coordination with the relevant security agencies, have begun taking the necessary steps to ensure deescalation, including deploying neutral units at several flashpoints.
The Ministry called on all parties to fully adhere to the ceasefire and refrain from provocative statements or any field movements that could reignite tensions.
The statement emphasized that their response to recent developments was part of their national duty, aimed at maintaining public order and preventing any exploitation of the situation to pursue agendas that conflict with the path of the state and its legitimate institutions.
The Ministry also stressed that unity, the reinforcement of the rule of law, and the dismantling of random armed manifestations remain top priorities, and that no reality will be allowed to be imposed by force of arms or outside official frameworks.
The capital Tripoli witnessed a dangerous security escalation on Tuesday night and early Wednesday, marked by intense armed clashes in the city center. This prompted the declaration of a state of emergency, the suspension of classes and exams, and the rerouting of flights from Mitiga Airport to Misrata Airport.
Several neighborhoods across the city—from east to west and south—experienced heavy armed clashes involving medium and heavy weaponry, causing panic among residents in densely populated areas.
