Tripoli Engulfed in Renewed Fighting as Government Forces Clash with Militias

However, this statement was met with scepticism and mockery by Dabaiba's long-standing critics, who have accused him of being overly lenient towards the powerful militias operating in the capital. Commanders of Al-Rada, which controls Tripoli's Mitiga airport and an adjacent prison, interpreted Dabaiba's remarks as a direct threat, believing they would be the next target. This prompted them to launch an attack on the rival forces they held responsible for al-Kikli's death.