The Libyan Interior Ministry of the Government of National Unity (GNU) announced on Sunday the discovery of three unexploded shells in a car repair workshop and a farm south of Tripoli.
This action followed a report received by the Criminal Investigation Department, indicating the presence of war remnants in a workshop in Salah al-Din and a farm in Khallat al-Furjan, according to a statement from the ministry.
A comprehensive security inspection and explosives dismantling team carried out a sweep and found an unexploded 120mm artillery shell and a 61mm mortar shell inside the workshop, along with a 100mm artillery shell at the farm.
The Ministry’s statement noted that the remnants were handled appropriately and transferred to a designated storage location until they can be safely destroyed.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.
The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition.
Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
