Tripoli, Libya – (African Boulevard News) – In a shocking turn of events, the Libyan embassy located in Khartoum has been attacked and looted, according to a statement released by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The embassy staff had already been evacuated due to the ongoing violence in the area.
The ministry has denounced the assault on the embassy building, stating that it is a clear violation of international law. The incident is currently being investigated by the authorities and is thought to have been carried out by a group of armed men.
The attack on the Libyan embassy in Khartoum has caused widespread anger and disgust among the Libyan people, who have long been struggling to overcome the challenges facing their country. The incident highlights the fragile state of security in Libya and the need for greater efforts to ensure the safety of its citizens and diplomatic staff abroad.
According to reports, the attackers were able to gain access to the embassy building and ransack it, destroying valuable property and looting valuable items. The extent of the damage caused by the assault is yet to be fully assessed, but it is clear that the embassy has suffered significant losses.
The Libyan embassy in Khartoum was established in 1972 and has been playing a vital role in promoting bilateral relations between Libya and Sudan. The attack on the embassy has been widely condemned by the international community, with several countries calling for an immediate investigation into the incident.
This is not the first time that the Libyan embassy in Khartoum has been targeted. In 2012, the embassy was attacked by protesters who were angry at the role played by Libya in the overthrow of former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.
Reacting to the incident, a senior official at the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that “We strongly condemn this act of aggression and call on the Sudanese authorities to take all necessary measures to bring those responsible to justice. We will work closely with the Sudanese authorities to ensure that this incident is fully investigated and that the perpetrators are brought to justice.”
The attack on the Libyan embassy in Khartoum is a stark reminder of the challenges facing Libya as it seeks to overcome years of conflict and instability. It is hoped that the authorities will take swift action to ensure the safety of Libyan citizens and diplomatic staff abroad, and prevent such incidents from recurring in the future.
