13 dead as clashes shake Libya’s capital

13 dead as clashes shake Libya’s capital
Libyan forces are deployed in Tripoli (Yousef Murad/AP)

Deadly clashes broke out on Saturday in Libya’s capital between militias backed by its two rival administrations, warning of a return to violence amid a long political stalemate.

At least 13 civilians were killed and more than 95 wounded, the health ministry said.

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