Thousands Rally in Derna Demanding Accountability for Government’s Inadequate Response to Disaster
By Kim Tae-hyun, Reporter
Derna, Libya – In a historically significant turn of events, a massive anti-government protest unfolded in Derna, located in northeastern Libya. The demonstration, prompted by widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s lackluster response to a devastating flood that claimed thousands of lives, saw residents uniting in a call for justice.
On the 18th local time, thousands of indignant Derna residents assembled in front of the iconic Sabah Mosque, elevating their collective voice against the perceived incompetence of their government. Demanding accountability from those responsible, the demonstrators passionately demanded justice and punishment.
Chants reverberated through the crowd, with incensed protesters voicing their discontent by shouting slogans such as ‘Execute thieves and traitors,’ specifically pointing fingers at Speaker of the House Aguila Saleh and the National Assembly. These figures found themselves at the center of public resentment.
Matters escalated as some residents set fire to the residence of Derna Mayor al-Ghaiti, further symbolizing their frustration and anger.
In an official statement, Derna’s residents implored the authorities to swiftly investigate the disaster and bring those accountable to justice. Additionally, they appealed to the United Nations, urging them to intervene and spearhead the reconstruction efforts in the Derna area, providing much-needed support and compensation for the extensive damages suffered.
This monumental protest marks a significant turning point in the collective sentiment of Derna’s citizens, as they demand transparency, accountability, and immediate action from their government in the face of humanitarian crises such as this devastating flood disaster.
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A large-scale anti-government protest was held for the first time in Derna, northeastern Libya, where at least thousands of people were killed in a major flood disaster, criticizing the government’s poor response.
Thousands of Derna residents gathered in front of the landmark Sabah Mosque on the 18th local time to condemn the incompetent government and call for the punishment of those responsible.
Protesters chanted slogans such as ‘Execute thieves and traitors’, particularly criticizing the Speaker of the House Aguila Saleh and the National Assembly.
Some residents set Derna Mayor al-Ghaiti’s house on fire this evening.
In a statement, residents urged the authorities to quickly investigate the disaster and punish those responsible, and asked the United Nations to carry out reconstruction work in the Derna area and compensate for the damage.
Reporter: Kim Tae-hyun
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