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Protesters on Monday stormed the Mellitah Oil & Gas complex in western Libya, leading to the shutdown of critical gas lines that supply power generation facilities. The action has heightened concerns about a potential nationwide electricity blackout and the stability of Libya’s power grid.

The demonstrators’ grievances stem from persistent power outages plaguing the country and their demands for the resignation of the current government. The Mellitah complex is a key energy infrastructure site, and its disruption is expected to have significant repercussions on electricity supply.

The Mellitah Oil & Gas company, a joint venture between Libya’s National Oil Corporation and Italy’s Eni, operates the complex. The specific details regarding the duration of the shutdown and the exact number of protesters involved were not immediately available. It was also not specified if any specific government officials were targeted by the protesters’ demands for resignation.

The protesters’ actions have raised fears of a cascading effect on the already strained power infrastructure. Libya has faced chronic electricity shortages, particularly during the summer months, leading to public frustration. The shutdown at Mellitah could exacerbate these issues, potentially leading to a complete collapse of the national power grid if the gas supply is not restored promptly.

The long-term implications of this disruption remain to be seen. The government’s response to the protesters’ demands and its ability to secure the energy facilities will be crucial in determining the future of Libya’s electricity supply.



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