The Libyan government is condemning the outbreak of violence among rival militias near Tripoli's airport that has left 7 dead 36 injured.
Explosions and anti-aircraft gunfire engulfed the area for most of the day on Sunday.
A spokesperson for Prime Minister Abdulllah al-Thani has read a statement, denouncing the attacks.
"Within the suburbs of Tripoli, there are military operations currently being led by field commanders who belong to battalions and forces loyal to particular areas in Libya. These forces are exercising without any orders, or legitimate cover (from the government), and from multiple locations, are bombarding and conducting military operatio