A deadly explosion occurred at a military camp in the city of Tajoura, east of the Libyan capital, claiming the lives of six people.
Local reports indicate the blast happened during a mine clearance operation at the as-Shahidah Sabriyah military camp. Among the victims were two Libyans and four African workers.
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Source: Ilkha News
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