Clashes between two powerful militias in the capital city of Tripoli, Libya have resulted in the death of 55 people and left 146 others injured, according to local medics. The fighting lasted from Monday until late Tuesday, causing the closure of Tripoli's main airport. The conflict subsided after one side released a detained commander, whose arrest had sparked the violence.

Libya has been in a state of political chaos since the overthrow and killing of long-serving ruler Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The country is currently split between an interim government in Tripoli and another in the east. A ceasefire implemented in 2020 has brought some peace, but ongoing factionalism constantly threatens its stability.

The recent clashes have resulted in the displacement of many people, with battles taking place in various districts of Tripoli. The UN has expressed concern about the potential impact of these developments on the country's efforts to prepare for elections. It has called on all parties to preserve security gains and resolve differences through dialogue.

This incident highlights the continued struggle for power among various factions in Libya, and the failure of the international community to address the issue of militias in the country.