Libya govt forces battle Hafter forces near capital
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Sources confirmed that GNA forces had made progress in areas previously controlled by the LNA.
Heavy and medium weapons were heard clearly in different parts of the capital, which was the scene of clashes that erupted since the early morning hours.
Witnesses confirmed the fall of several shells randomly on houses of civilians in the area of Al-Swani, southwest of Tripoli, where damaged buildings could be seen.
The spokesman for the forces of the GNA, Colonel Mohammed Gannouno, said the forces of the GNA managed to take control of new locations from the LNA forces, specifically in the area of Ain Zara.
He added the forces of GNA destroyed several armed vehicles belonging to the LNA in various axes during the advance of the forces of GNA south of Tripoli.