Clashes between rival militias in Libya's capital, Tripoli, have left residents trapped in their homes. The fighting between the 444 brigade and the Special Deterrence Force began after the head of the 444 brigade was allegedly detained at an airport. The Health Ministry has called for ambulance and emergency teams to be allowed into the affected areas. Two people have been killed and over 30 injured so far. The United Nations Support Mission in Libya has called for an immediate end to the armed Clashes. Libya has been divided since 2014 between rival administrations in the east and west.

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