Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed on February 3, 2026, when armed men stormed his residence in Zintan, western Libya, shooting the 53-year-old dead.


Reports: Armed Men Killed Son of Muammar Gaddafi at Home

Libyan state media reported the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, without disclosing circumstances, sparking uncertainty and speculation amid Libya’s fragile political climate.

‘Four armed men stormed his residence and...’: Gaddafi's son, Saif al-Islam, killed in Libya. Details inside

The son of late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi registered as a presidential candidate in the General Elections which will be held in December.

Libya: Saif Al-Islam Gaddafi to contest in presidential polls

Saif was previously charged with war crimes and imprisoned for five years

Muammar Gaddafi's son Saif likely to contest presidential elections: Report