Libya is experiencing widespread internet disruptions as public protests against the Government of National Unity intensify in Tripoli and other major cities.
Citizens have reported frequent blackouts and a noticeable slowdown in internet services, coinciding with the recent wave of demonstrations demanding the removal of Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah’s administration.
The disruptions have raised serious concerns among rights advocates and digital freedom activists.
Dozens of young demonstrators took to Martyrs’ Square in Tripoli, calling for the overthrow of the interim Government of National Unity (GNU), led by Prime Minister Abdel-Hamid Dbaiba, amid growing public anger over the capital’s deteriorating security situation.
For the third consecutive day, protesters chanted slogans demanding Dbaiba’s resignation.
The UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expressed deep concern over reports of live ammunition being used against demonstrators who took to the streets the previous night.
Tensions in Tripoli escalated dramatically on Monday after the killing of Abdelghani Al-Kikli, widely known as “Ghneiwa”, former commander of the now-defunct Stability Support Apparatus. His death triggered fierce armed clashes in the Abu Salim district.