CRI听力:Heavy Fighting near Libya's Tripoli Airport Leaves Seven Dead

The Libyan government is condemning the outbreak of violence among rival militias near Tripoli's airport that has left 7 dead 36 injured.

Explosions and anti-aircraft gunfire engulfed the area for most of the day on Sunday.

A spokesperson for Prime Minister Abdulllah al-Thani has read a statement, denouncing the attacks.

"Within the suburbs of Tripoli, there are military operations currently being led by field commanders who belong to battalions and forces loyal to particular areas in Libya. These forces are exercising without any orders, or legitimate cover (from the government), and from multiple locations, are bombarding and conducting military operations that threaten everyone, particularly the civilians in their homes."

The fighting comes amid growing tension in Libya, where the government has failed to control the militias that were instrumental in toppling the regime of former leader Muammar Gaddafi.

"The government has given orders to both the ministry of interior and the army to secure the capital's streets and neighborhoods, as well as vital locations and installations. The government has also declared a state-of-emergency within all hospitals and healthcare facilities."

An aircraft belonging to Libyan Airlines, as well as a transport aircraft, have been badly damaged.

The uptick in violence comes ahead of the release of the parliamentary election results.