The Libyan House of Representatives has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of two members of the country’s armed forces during clashes near the southern border with Chad.
In an official statement issued on Sunday, Deputy Speaker Misbah Douma Ouhaida described the soldiers as national heroes who lost their lives while performing their duty to protect Libya’s sovereignty and territory.
The two fallen servicemen were identified as Faraj Al-Naji Abdelkader and Warrant Officer Fathi Ali. According to the statement, both were killed during operations to repel extremist groups attempting to cross into Libyan territory.
“These martyrs died in defence of our homeland’s dignity, confronting external threats with courage and honour,” the statement read.
The House of Representatives extended its condolences to the families of the two soldiers and to all members of the Libyan Armed Forces. “We pray that God showers them with His mercy and grants their families and comrades patience and strength,” said Ouhaida.
The incident underscores the persistent insecurity along Libya’s southern borders, where armed groups and smuggling networks remain active. The Libyan army has increased patrols in the region in response to recent infiltration attempts.
Southern Libya, especially near the Chad and Sudan borders, continues to suffer from instability due to limited central authority and the presence of cross-border armed factions.
