News

Libya to host African-Turkish Summit 2026

The African Union has announced that Libya will host the African-Turkish summit scheduled to be held in 2026. This came during the 38th African Union Summit, which was held in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, on last Saturday and Sunday.

According to the statement, this decision came as a result of the diplomatic efforts made by the Libyan delegation during its participation in the summit, headed by the Head of the Presidential Council, Mohammed Menfi.

Economy

NOC challenges OPEC’s 2024 output data, citing discrepancies

The National Oil Corporation (NOC) has pushed back against OPEC’s recently published oil production data for 2024, calling the figures outdated and inaccurate.

In a statement, the NOC reaffirmed its role as the sole entity responsible for monitoring and reporting Libya’s oil output, insisting that no other party has the authority to dispute its data.

Sports

Libya Cup returns after two-season hiatus

The Libyan Football Federation’s (LFF) Competition Committee has announced the return of the Libya Cup, marking the 24th edition of the tournament after a two-season break.

In a circular addressed to registered clubs, the committee confirmed that participation is mandatory for all 35 Premier League teams.

Meanwhile, clubs in the first, second, and third divisions have been given a three-day window to voluntarily confirm their involvement.

Variety

Libya moves to preserve cultural heritage with UNESCO support

The Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development is working with UNESCO to have traditional dishes and archaeological sites recognized on the World Heritage List.

Minister Mabrouka Toghi met with Eric Falt, UNESCO’s regional director for the Maghreb, to discuss proposals. Among the cultural treasures under consideration are iconic Libyan dishes such as Bazeen, Fatat, Mbakbaka, and Couscous, alongside historic landmarks like Qasr Kabaw, Villa Silin,

Education

PM Dbeibah celebrates graduation of 2,500 students at Tripoli University

Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah joined a grand graduation ceremony at the University of Tripoli on Saturday, honoring the achievements of approximately 2,500 graduates from various faculties.

The event also saw the attendance of several senior officials, including Minister of Higher Education Omran Al-Qeeb, Minister of State for Communication and Political Affairs Walid Al-Lafi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs Adel Jumaa, University President Khaled Aoun, faculty deans, and members of the teaching staff.

Health

Tripoli Eye Hospital defends corneal transplant program amid controversy

Tripoli Eye Hospital has reaffirmed its commitment to providing corneal transplants at Al-Khums Teaching Hospital, citing strong public demand for the procedures.

In a statement, the hospital thanked the Al-Khums Health Services Administration for its efforts in supporting the medical team and ensuring smooth operations.

Opinions

Almost an impossible mission!

The UN Security Council has approved the appointment of Ghanaian diplomat, Hannah Serwaa Tetteh as the UN Special Envoy to Libya. A long time passed behind the scenes of the Security Council before the dispute over who would succeed the former envoy, Abdoulaye Bathily, was resolved between Russia on the one hand and America and Britain on the other. After the name of the Ghanaian candidate was put forward to the Council by the UN Secretary-General, the members voted in approval, but the Russian delegate asked for some time to study before announcing his country’s approval of Ms Tetteh.

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Libya, Kuwait strengthen cultural cooperation

The Minister of Culture, Mabrouka Tougi, has met with Kuwaiti Minister of Information, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, to discuss deepening cultural and media collaboration.

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