Rivalry set aside as Libyans cope with floods

TRIPOLI — Libya's deadly floods have sparked a surge of solidarity transcending political differences in a country wracked by 12 years of division.

"As soon as we heard about the disaster, people in Tajoura began working to help," said Mohannad Bennour, 30, in the eastern suburb of Tripoli, the capital.

Since Sept 12, donations of nearly 70,000 dinars ($14,400) have been sent in, more than 20,000 dinars on Friday alone, he said