In Libya, an armed group based in the south of the country, known as the 'Revolutionaries of Southern Libya', has claimed responsibility for an attack on February 9 against a convoy of the Libyan National Army (LNA). This convoy was reportedly carrying fuel intended for Sudan, and despite being escorted by the Soubol al Salam brigade, which is affiliated with the LNA and responsible for security in the area, the group's fighters managed to set fire to three trucks. This marks the second such attack in a span of just twelve days.

Just days prior, on January 31, the same group conducted a successful operation, seizing control of Touma, the main border crossing between Chad and Libya, which was previously under LNA control. This series of attacks indicates a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in Libya, particularly involving southern factions challenging the authority of the LNA led by Marshal Khalifa Haftar. The strategic implications of these assaults raise concerns about the LNA's grip on power and its ability to secure vital supply routes.

The actions of the 'Revolutionaries of Southern Libya' reflect deeper fractures within Libyan society, as various groups vie for control in a nation that has been in turmoil since the 2011 uprising. As these armed groups gain ground, the international community may need to reassess its stance and approach towards resolving the conflict in Libya, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive peace strategy that encompasses all factions, including those in the southern regions of the country.