Intermittent Clashes Break out in Tripoli as Gunmen Target Army Vehicle

Clashes in the northern city of Tripoli renewed on Wednesday between the rival neighborhoods of Bab al-Tabbaneh and Jabal Mohsen.

Voice of Lebanon radio (93.3) reported that clashes erupted at Syria Street during the funeral of Omar al-Ahmed, who died of wounds he sustained during the latest round of fighting in the city.

VDL (100.5) also said a few sniper shots were targeting al-Mallouleh and the Abou Ali roundabout, while an RPG landed near Souk al-Qameh and another on al-Omari Street.

A military vehicle was also targeted in the unrest, reported LBCI television.

It added that First Sergeant Omran Habous was wounded by sniper gunshots fired from al-Rifa area in Jabal Mohsen.

A member of al-Khodr family from Jabal Mohsen was also injured by the sniper shots.

The Tripoli clashes erupted on Thursday after the death of a resident from Jabal Mohsen.

Prime Minister Tammam Salam had announced on Tuesday that a comprehensive security plan will be proposed for Tripoli, while rejecting the lawlessness in the city.