Libya: Protesters reportedly storm Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tripoli overnight Aug. 27-28 after foreign minister meets Israeli counterpart

Event

Protesters have reportedly stormed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tripoli overnight Aug. 27-28 after Israel's Foreign Ministry announced Aug. 27 that Libyan Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush secretly met with Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen last week in Italy. Gunfire has been reported in the vicinity of the building. Further details were not immediately reported.

Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely around the Ministry of Foreign Affairs over the coming hours. Additional demonstrations and clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out over the short term.

This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.

Advice

Avoid the incident site until the situation stabilizes. Consider taking alternative routes to avoid the protest and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials and your home government.