Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, was reportedly killed on Tuesday at his residence in the town of Zintan, located in western Libya. According to sources close to him, four masked gunmen entered his home and carried out the attack.
The incident marks a significant event in the ongoing instability in Libya, where various factions continue to vie for power following years of conflict.
**Why this matters**
Seif al-Islam Gadhafi has been a prominent figure in Libya since the fall of his father’s regime in 2011. His death could further impact the political landscape and security situation in the country, which remains divided and unstable.
Source: NewsData