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Al-Lafi to launch conclusive national dialogue to end political deadlock

The Deputy Head of the Presidential Council, Abdullah Al-Lafi, announced the launching of a series of “national dialogue sessions” in the coming period, aimed at breaking the political deadlock in the country and reaching sustainable solutions that ensure stability and progress.

In a statement, Al-Lafi explained that these sessions will bring together a select group of political leaders, members of the legislative authority, political parties, academics, municipal mayors, legal experts, and representatives from several countries involved in Libyan affairs.

Economy

NOC denies report about officials' involvement in smuggling oil

The National Oil Corporation (NOC) has denied the accuracy of reports published by Africa Intelligence alleging the involvement of influential Libyan figures in oil smuggling and money laundering networks, which were reportedly based on alleged leaks from the United Nations Security Council Sanctions Committee.

Variety

After being on the run for years, war crimes fugitive detained

The Internal Security Apparatus announced on Friday the arrest of Mohammed Al-Azraq, known as “Al-Tahli,” one of the most internationally wanted figures for war crimes, including mass graves and horrific violations in the city of Tarhouna.

The Apparatus released footage featuring the suspect’s confessions about the crimes he committed as part of Al-Kani militias. It confirmed that investigations are ongoing and that all those involved in human rights violations will be pursued. It stressed that security operations will not stop until everyone proven to be involved is held accountable.

Education

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.

Health

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.

Opinions

Illicit oil trade in Libya: How political rivalries are fueling instability

Libya’s vast oil reserves have long been a source of both economic promise and political turmoil. While the official oil sector remains under the control of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), a thriving illicit oil trade continues to undermine Libya’s economic stability and fuel political divisions. Recent reports, including by The Financial Times, suggest that both the eastern-based government aligned with Khalifa Haftar and the Tripoli-based government under Abdul Hamid Dbeibah are implicated in facilitating or benefiting from these smuggling operations.

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Libya, India discuss health cooperation

Deputy Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity and Acting Minister of Health, Ramadan Abu Janah, has discussed with the Indian Ambassador to Libya, Ngulkham  G

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