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Libyan Court Sentences 12 Officials Over Deadly Dam Collapse and Floods

Jul 28, 2024, 01:26 PM

A Libyan court has sentenced 12 officials to prison terms ranging from 9 to 27 years for their roles in the deadly collapse of dams in Derna last year. The collapse, which was triggered by Storm Daniel, resulted in the deaths of thousands of residents and caused devastating floods. The officials faced charges including negligence, premeditated murder, and wasting public funds.