Belgassim Haftar reviews Maltese companies’ contribution to Libya’s reconstruction projects
The Director General of the Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund, Belgassim Haftar, held official talks in Valletta with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ian Borg, along with several senior Maltese officials, regarding the participation of Maltese companies in reconstruction projects in Libya.
Libya to host first e-payment forum as CBL pushes digital finance
Libya’s Central Bank (CBL) has announced the launch of the country’s first Electronic Payment Forum and Exhibition, scheduled for 15–17 June at the Tripoli International Fair.
The event, backed by Central Bank governor and organized by the General Authority for Exhibitions, will bring together domestic and international payment companies as well as commercial banks operating in Libya.
According to officials, the forum aims to showcase cutting-edge digital payment technologies, encourage financial inclusion, and support the digital transformation of Libya’s banking sector.
Al-Ahly Tripoli wins title of Basketball Africa League (BAL)
Libya’s Al-Ahly Tripoli basketball team made history in African basketball by winning the Basketball Africa League (BAL) title after defeating Angola’s Petro de Luanda in an exciting final held on Saturday evening.
Al-Ahly finished the first half leading 43-38 after a strong performance in a game full of momentum shifts. The Angolan side started strongly, yet Al-Ahly took control to end the first quarter ahead 33-22, before Petro gradually reduced the gap in the second quarter.
Three Libyan travel agents participate in the Bali & Beyond Travel Fair in Indonesia
Three representatives from leading travel agents in Libya have participated in the Familiarization Trip (Famtrip) program and attended the 11th Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF), being held in Bali on 11–16 June 2025.
This activity was facilitated by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Tripoli in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, as part of an effort to expand the Indonesian tourism market to Libya.
Libya reviews textbook supply amid corruption concerns
The Libyan authorities convened a high-level meeting in Tripoli on Wednesday to address delays and concerns surrounding the printing and delivery of school textbooks for the 2025–2026 academic year.
The meeting, chaired by the head of the Administrative Control Authority, Abdullah Qaderbouh, included the acting Minister of Education in the Government of National Unity, the Deputy Minister for Educational Affairs, and representatives from several related bodies.
Health Ministry distributes new batch of growth hormone for children
The Ministry of Health in the Government of National Unity confirmed on Monday the arrival of a new batch of growth hormone intended for the treatment of children suffering from growth disorders.
The ministry called on the parents of affected children to visit one of the accredited hospitals or health centers to obtain the medication.
Tripoli’s Fragile Calm: A Truce Meant to Be Broken
The renewed clashes in Tripoli on June 8 and 9 served as a grim reminder of a truth few dare to voice openly: the so-called truce in Libya’s capital is not peace, but a tactical pause — a breakable agreement, made by actors who never intended to be bound by it.
Libyan warlord seeks Italian border guard training
During his meeting with the Italian Chief of Defense Staff, General Luciano Portolano, Saddam Haftar, son of warlord Khalifa Haftar, discussed the implementation of speci
Libyan court convicts 3 officials over cheque forgery and embezzlement
A Libyan court has convicted the manager of the Jumhouria Bank branch in Riqdalin Municipality, a financial services oversight employee, and a third official authorised t
GNU condemns Israeli airstrikes on Iran
The Government of National Unity (GNU) has strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes that targeted Iran in the early hours of Friday morning, describing the attacks as a "bla
Saddam Haftar meets Italian defence minister over migration concerns
Saddam, son of Khalifa Haftar and chief of staff of his self-styled ground forces, has held talks in Rome with Italy’s Defence Minister, Guido Crosetto, focusing on effor
Three sentenced to death in Benghazi for premeditated murder
The Benghazi Criminal Court has issued a final verdict sentencing three individuals to death, after convicting them of the premeditated murder of citizen Hussein Mohammed
Eastern Libya faces 640 megawatt power deficit following plant shutdown
A power shortage of approximately 640 megawatts has hit eastern Libya, according to a source from the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy in the parallel governm
Al-Koni discusses economic cooperation and cultural exchange with Spanish Ambassador
Spanish Ambassador to Libya, Javier Soria, has met with Presidential Council member Musa Al-Koni to discuss strengthening economic and trade cooperation between Libya and
First group of Libyan pilgrims returns home from Hajj
The first group of Libyan pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia after performing Hajj arrived at Benina International Airport in Benghazi on Wednesday evening.
Tripoli Court sentences man to life for cannabis cultivation
A man has been sentenced to life in prison by the Tripoli Court of Appeals for cultivating cannabis on a farm located south of the capital.
Al-Lafi discusses latest developments of ceasefire committee with military leaders
The Presidential Council member Abdullah Al-Lafi held a meeting with, Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army and Head of the Committee for Consolidating the Ceasefire and Acti
