"Devastating Floods in Libya Claim Thousands of Lives, Highlighting Urgent Need for Unity"

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The death toll from devastating floods in eastern Libya has reached 5,300, with thousands more missing and injured. The floods, caused by Mediterranean storm Daniel, have displaced around 30,000 people and destroyed entire neighborhoods. Rescue and relief efforts are underway, but aid delivery is challenging due to blocked roads and the country's political situation. Several countries, including the United States, Germany, Italy, Iran, Qatar, and Turkey, have offered or sent aid. Egypt has sent a Mistral helicopter carrier and military aid planes to provide medical assistance and evacuate survivors.
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