News

Dbeibah responds to calls for overthrowing his government

‎The Libyan Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, responded with bitter criticism to Muslim Brotherhood and those who wanted to form a unified government, supporters of the monarchy or the return of the monarchy in Libya, as well as the House of Representatives.

Economy

IMF calls for agreement on unified 2025 budget in Libya

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said that the recovery in oil production in Libya contributed to adjusting the country's GDP growth forecasts for next year. IMF expected in a report following the conclusion of its delegation's visit to Libya that the country would record an increase in GDP growth during 2025, noting that it remains largely unchanged in the medium term, given that GDP growth and the external balance are expected to decline in 2024.

Sports

Libyan football league kicks off with Al-Nasr vs Al-Wifaq

Title defender Al-Nasr team will open the 50th edition of the Libyan Premier League from Ajdabiya Stadium playing newly promoted Al-Wifaq team.

The Competitions Organizing Committee of the Libyan Football Federation announced the program of the opening round of competitions with four matches.

In addition to the Ajdabiya Stadium match, Abu Salim will play Al-Olymbi, Al-Tahadi will play Khaleej Sirte, and the promoted Shabab Al-Ghar will play Al-Tersana.

Variety

Libya braces for heavy rainfall and flash floods

The National Safety Authority has raised its preparedness level across all branches nationwide following warnings of severe weather conditions. The National Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy rainfall in the Greater Tripoli region starting Thursday, with the potential for thunderstorms and flash flooding in several areas.

In a statement, the authority emphasized the need for urgent interventions to safeguard lives and property. Coordination with security forces, emergency services, and relief agencies has been intensified to ensure a comprehensive response to any emergencies that may arise.

Education

Libya holds workshop on educational policy development

The Libyan National Security Council hosted its second workshop on Saturday in Tripoli, titled "Educational Policies: Between Reality and Development." The event brought together education specialists, school administrators, training centre representatives, curriculum developers, social workers, and parents to discuss Libya's education system.

Health

Libya produces material used to diagnose bone tumors

The National Cancer Control Authority announced an important medical achievement by producing the "NAF" material used in positron emission tomography, to diagnose bone tumors with high accuracy that exceeds traditional nuclear imaging techniques. The Authority said the achievement was in cooperation with the University Hospital in Tripoli and Al-Sada Company.

Opinions

For a real national reconciliation

After the end of the dispute and conflict over the Central Bank of Libya file, with an agreement on a new governor and the formation of a board of directors for the bank, signs of a new crisis loom on the horizon between the Presidential Council and the House of Representatives over the file of transitional justice and national reconciliation.

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Sudan plans to open new consulate in Libya

Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Yusuf has announced Sudan's intention to open a new Consulate General in Libya to provide services to Sudanese nationals residing in the cou

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