State Council mourns Janzour collapse

At least seven people have died after a three-storey residential building collapsed in the Janzour district of Tripoli, according to medical rescue teams at the scene. All the victims were identified as foreign workers.

In response to the tragedy, Khaled Al-Mishri and Mohamed Takala, representatives of the Supreme Council of State, released statements expressing their condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the incident.

They called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the building’s collapse and emphasised the need to hold those responsible accountable.

“We urge the relevant authorities to conduct a comprehensive enquiry into this tragic event,” Al-Mishri stated. “It is crucial that we take all necessary steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future and to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens and residents in Libya.”

The collapse of the residential building has raised concerns about building safety standards and the living conditions of expatriate workers in the region. The Supreme Council of State’s call for an investigation reflects the urgent need to address these issues and implement preventative measures to protect the lives of all individuals residing in the country.

Local authorities have not yet provided an official statement regarding the cause of the collapse or the identities of the victims. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and the community remains in mourning as they come to terms with this devastating loss of life.

This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritising safety regulations and ensuring that all buildings, particularly those housing vulnerable populations, meet the necessary standards to prevent such catastrophes from occurring in the future.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​