Libya in shreds: Clashes kill over 30, injure 150 in capital
Image Source : apDeadly clashes broke out Saturday in Libya's capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, portending a return to violence amid a long political stalemate.
Image Source : apLibya has plunged into chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled and killed longtime dictator Moammar Gadhafi in 2011.
Image Source : apThe oil-rich county has for years been split between rival administrations, each backed by rogue militias and foreign governments.
Image Source : apThe current stalemate grew out of the failure to hold elections in December and Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah's refusal to step down. In response, the country’s east-based parliament appointed a rival prime minister, Fathy Bashagha, who has for months sought to install his government in Tripoli.
Image Source : apSaturday's fighting centered in the densely populated city center and involved heavy artillery. Hundreds were trapped and hospitals, government and residential buildings were damaged. The Health Ministry said at least 32 people were killed and 159 wounded in the clashes.
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