A Libyan man and his two children were killed when a powerful explosion ripped through their home in Zintan, western Libya.
The blast occurred on Wednesday and is believed to have been caused by an old shell left over from past conflicts. According to Libya Al Ahrar TV, citing a team of experts from the Office of the Public Prosecutor, preliminary investigations suggest the father had discovered the shell and was attempting to handle it inside his home when it detonated.
The explosion instantly claimed the lives of the man and his children. Their home was severely damaged in the incident, leaving the local community in shock.
Security services and prosecutors quickly launched an investigation to uncover the full circumstances of the tragedy. Forensic experts were dispatched to the site to assess the remains of the device and determine its origin.
Libya continues to face the deadly legacy of years of conflict, including landmines, unexploded ordnance and abandoned munitions. Many of these remnants of war are scattered across residential areas, farmland and roadsides, posing a constant threat to civilians.
Humanitarian organisations and local authorities have repeatedly warned of the dangers. Clearance operations have been carried out in several regions, but vast quantities of hazardous material remain. Residents in war-affected areas are often left vulnerable, especially children who may unknowingly come across explosive remnants.
The Zintan incident highlights the urgent need for a coordinated nationwide effort to remove unexploded devices and strengthen public awareness campaigns. Without sustained clearance work and resources, experts warn such tragedies will continue to claim innocent lives.
