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Clashes Erupt between Forces Loyal to Defense, Interior Ministries in Libyan Capital

A member of security forces stands behind a weapon, in Tripoli, Libya February 1, 2021. (Reuters)
A member of security forces stands behind a weapon, in Tripoli, Libya February 1, 2021. (Reuters)
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Clashes Erupt between Forces Loyal to Defense, Interior Ministries in Libyan Capital

A member of security forces stands behind a weapon, in Tripoli, Libya February 1, 2021. (Reuters)
A member of security forces stands behind a weapon, in Tripoli, Libya February 1, 2021. (Reuters)

Fierce clashes erupted in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, on Saturday between forces affiliated with the interior and defense ministries in the Government of National Unity (GNU).

The fighting broke out between the 301 Brigade, which is affiliated with Misrata city and the Defense Ministry, and other fighters from the Interior Ministry and the Tripoli security directorate. Light and medium weapons were used in the clashes.

It is unclear how many deaths and injuries resulted from the fighting.

The “Security Directorate Support Force”, affiliated with the Interior Ministry, said that its headquarters came under attack late on Friday. It said the attackers attempted to release a four-member armed gang that had been arrested by the force.

Several members of the force were killed in the attack.

The GNU has yet to comment on the unrest.

The gang was arrested for attempting to sell alcohol in the airport road area.

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Egypt, Türkiye Agree to Establish Joint University in Cairo

The Egyptian-Turkish delegations meet at the Egyptian education ministry in Cairo: Photo: President of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council account on X
The Egyptian-Turkish delegations meet at the Egyptian education ministry in Cairo: Photo: President of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council account on X
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Egypt, Türkiye Agree to Establish Joint University in Cairo

The Egyptian-Turkish delegations meet at the Egyptian education ministry in Cairo: Photo: President of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council account on X
The Egyptian-Turkish delegations meet at the Egyptian education ministry in Cairo: Photo: President of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council account on X

Egypt and Türkiye have agreed to collaborate on the establishment of a joint university in Cairo in implementation of the memorandum of understanding signed during Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi’s visit to Ankara on September 4.

President of Türkiye’s Higher Education Council (YOK) Erol Ozvar said Thursday that the two countries are keen to consolidate collaboration in different areas, including education.

During a visit to Cairo, Ozvar described the agreement to establish the university as “one of the most crucial steps taken by both states in recent years.” He indicated that a mutual council will be formed to oversee the process, with the names of the council members to be announced in due course.

Ozvar revealed that he held discussions with the Egyptian education minister, Mohamed Ayman Ashour, to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Ozvar also noted that they discussed the possibility of holding an annual forum between Turkish and Egyptian universities. “By bringing together universities from both countries in both Türkiye and Egypt, these gatherings would provide a platform for rectors and faculty members to share ideas, experiences, and best practices,” he said.