By Sami Zaptia.

Tenth anniversary celebrations of the 17 February 2011 Revolution in Martyr Square, Tripoli today (Photo: Alwataniya state TV).
Tenth anniversary celebrations of the 17 February 2011 Revolution in Martyr Square, Tripoli today (Photo: Alwataniya state TV).

London, 17 February 2021:

Various brass bands set off to Martyr Square.

A flame was lit in Martyr Square in celebration.

Folk music bands performed in Martyr Square.

There was a family atmosphere.

Photo: Tripoli official state LANA News Agency

Lights, fireworks and the Independence flag featured prominently. Libya's daily power cuts were forgotten as the city centre and Martyr Square were lit up. The roads, and especially the coastal road, were bumper to bumper.

Alrasmia official state TV

Alwataniya state TV