Libya’s Civil Society Commission rejects migrant resettlement plans
The Civil Society Commission in Libya has warned against any attempts to resettle irregular migrants in the country, declaring national security and demographic stability as a "red line" that cannot be crossed.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the commission said it is closely monitoring reports suggesting that some foreign governments and organizations are exploiting Libya’s political divisions to push for migrant resettlement and integration.
NOC reassures global energy companies about contracting mechanisms
The Chairman of the Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC), Masoud Suleiman, reassured the heads of major global energy companies regarding the contracting mechanisms with the NOC.
Suleiman confirmed that contracts would be conducted according to the highest standards of transparency and under competitive contractual terms. He emphasized that the NOC understands and protects the rights of its partners, prioritizing their interests based on the principle of shared profit, according to a statement by the NOC.
Libyan Football Federation: Hopes pinned on Angola match and fans' support
The head of the national teams committee at the Libyan Football Federation, Tarek Al-Tayeb, confirmed that the new Senegalese coach of the national team, Aliou Cissé, held his first training session in preparation for the match against Angola in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
GNU reviews with several ambassadors the opening of National Museum
The Chairman of the Committee for the Opening and Activation of the Libyan National Museum, Minister of State for Communication and Political Affairs, Walid Al-Lafi, held a meeting with a number of ambassadors from Arab and foreign countries to discuss the ongoing preparations for the opening of the National Museum next April.
Higher Education Ministry says UNESCO wants to reopen its office in Tripoli
The UNESCO Regional Director for North Africa, Eric Falt, expressed on Monday the organization's desire to open a UNESCO office in Libya, pointing out the importance of permanent and direct communication in order to overcome all difficulties to complete stalled and future projects, according to a statement by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Libya's Health Minister reviews Ebola developments with WHO
The Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Minister of Health, Ramadan Abu Janah, discussed in a meeting on Sunday the regional and international epidemiological status of the Ebola virus with representatives of the World Health Organization (WHO).
The meeting was attended by the Director of the National Center for Disease Control, Haider Al-Sayeh, the Director of the Medical Supply Authority, Osama Al-Warghami, and several other department heads and specialists. The meeting focused on the precautionary measures required to strengthen Libya's health system readiness to face any potential risks.
Malicious calls to abandon celebrations of the February Revolution
As the anniversary of the February Revolution approaches, repeated calls discouraging people from celebrating it emerge, citing the current reality created by the revolution. They argue that the country enjoyed security and safety in the past, referencing the "ten loaves of bread for a quarter of a dinar" during the former regime. However, such calls were largely ignored as most cities were adorned with independence flags and portraits of martyrs.
Four dead, six injured in traffic accident near Kufra
The Ambulance and Emergency Service of Kufra branch has reported the death of four people, including two women and two men, due to a traffic accident.
Russian agricultural exports to Libya surge amid growing African demand
Russian agricultural exports to Libya increased by 18% in 2024, highlighting the growing trade ties between Moscow and African nations.
Libya’s electoral disputes under discussion as UN mission hosts talks
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has convened the fifth meeting of the Advisory Committee in Tripoli, focusing on unresolved disputes within the count
Members of a drug-smuggling gang sentenced to 13 years in prison
The Public Prosecution has announced the conviction of two members of a gang specializing in transporting and distributing narcotic substances between Libyan cities.
Four unidentified bodies recovered in Zawiya
The Libyan Red Crescent - Zawiya branch announced the recovery of four unidentified bodies near the city's Espan Sea Port, likely belonging to irregular migrants attempti
Senior Libyan oil officials discuss Shell's return to Libyan oil sector
Minister of Oil and Gas of the Government of National Unity, Khalifa Abdul-Sadiq, and the acting Chairman of the National Oil Corporation, Masoud Sulaiman, have discusse
Abu Agila al-Mariami's Lockerbie trial postponed
A report by Sky News UK stated that the trial of Libyan national Abu Agila al-Mariami, accused of participating in the manufacture of the bomb that caused the bombing of
Libya in talks with ConocoPhillips over oil exploration
Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Rjib Abdelsadiq, has met with ConocoPhillips CEO, Ryan Lance, to discuss cooperation in oil exploration.
Tunisia on alert as desert locusts cross from Libya
Tunisia's Ministry of Agriculture has confirmed that small numbers of desert locusts have entered the Dhehiba region in Tataouine, coming from Libya, where the insects ha
Dbeibah declares school holiday until end of Eid break
Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, has ordered an extended school holiday starting Sunday, March 16, until the end of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
