Powerful armed factions, the Radaa force and the 444 Brigade, are locked in renewed combat.
Key city areas, including the vital port, are once again battlegrounds.
This resurgence of violence follows closely on the heels of authorities declaring the fighting over.
Residents and television reports indicate that the intense fighting subsided later in the day.
The Libyan Red Crescent reported the grim discovery of a body on a major Tripoli street.
Described as “urban warfare,” the conflict involves light and medium weaponry in residential zones.
Heavier arms have also been deployed in certain parts of the embattled city.
Libya remains fractured by years of instability since the 2011 uprising.
The nation is split between rival administrations in Tripoli and the east.
The 444 Brigade, aligned with Tripoli’s government, controls southern parts of the capital.
Radaa forces hold sway in the east and key state facilities.
Reinforcements reportedly arrived to bolster both sides in the escalating conflict.
Previous fighting on Monday night claimed at least six lives in Tripoli.
Experts suggest this new wave of violence signals a dangerous “territorial reshuffle.”
Neighboring Zawiya reportedly sent groups to support Radaa’s efforts.
Misrata brigades may further align with Tripoli’s embattled government.
Turkey has urged all parties to enact an immediate and lasting ceasefire.
The UN mission has voiced deep alarm over the escalating violence in Tripoli’s populated areas.
They are demanding an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities.
Safe corridors for trapped civilians are urgently needed amidst the intense conflict.
