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UN chief urges ceasefire to avert 'bloody battle' for Tripoli

Fighters loyal to Libya's UN-backed government are defending the capital from a rival strongman's forces. [AFP]

The UN chief warned Libya is on the brink of "a very dangerous situation" as forces loyal to the internationally recognised government and a rival strongman battle for control of the capital.

Thousands of people have fled heavy fighting on the outskirts of Tripoli that has left dozens dead and prompted mounting global alarm.

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