Pro-autonomy leaders in eastern Libya urged followers to cancel planned rallies against central authorities for fear they could ignite violence as the country marks two years since the start of its revolution.
Various opposition and interest groups in Benghazi, source of the 2011 uprising that ousted dictator Muammar Gaddafi, are demanding better security and investment for Libya's second biggest city.
Activist Zeid el Ragas said yesterday: "Everyone is carrying weapons in Benghazi and there is still general chaos and confusion. As activists, it's our responsibility to minimise harm in our city, so we will stay home."
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