Saif Gaddafi died in Libya: details of the tragedy in Zintan

PerennialLeek · 2026-02-15T08:14:44+00:00

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, influential Libyan political figure and son of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed in a shooting at his home in Zintan at the age of 53. Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, highlighting the region's ongoing instability.

PerennialLeek

2026-02-15 08:14:44

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Prominent Libyan political figure Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the second son of the late country leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed on Tuesday as a result of an armed attack. The tragic incident occurred at his residence in the city of Zintan in northwestern Libya, when he was 53 years old.

According to international media reports, including Ming Pao, the politician’s death was the result of a direct assault. Libyan law enforcement agencies responded immediately to the incident. Prosecutors in Libya announced on Wednesday the start of an official investigation into the death of this prominent political figure. They stated that an active investigation is underway into all circumstances that led to the tragic outcome.

Saif Gaddafi’s death demonstrates the ongoing instability in the region, and questions remain open regarding the causes and circumstances of the incident. Official Libyan authorities continue an in-depth investigation, the results of which will be made public.

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