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.
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Corporation (NOC) has pushed back against OPEC’s recently published oil production data for 2024, calling the figures outdated and inaccurate.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.
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.
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,
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.
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.
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.
UNSMIL reaffirms commitment to inclusive political process and calls for unity
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has renewed its commitment to facilitating an inclusive political process led and owned by Libyans, which will lead t
Misrata Public Prosecution orders detention of two officers for torturing Pakistani detainee
The Public Prosecution in Misrata has ordered the detention of two members of the Rescue Division at the Misrata Security Directorate following accusations of torturing a
Five family members killed in tragic car accident on coastal road near Sirte
A family of five members died due to a horrific car accident on the coastal road between Seddada and Abu Qrein, about 150 kilometers west of Sirte city.
Egypt invites HoR and HCS members to attend consultative meeting
Members of the Libyan House of Representatives (HoR) and the High Council of State (HCS) will hold a consultative meeting in Cairo from 22 to 25 February at the invitatio
Nine suspects detained over cross-border drug trafficking
The Public Prosecutor's Office has ordered the pretrial detention of nine individuals accused of involvement in drug smuggling networks operating across neighbouring coun
US Envoy marks 14th anniversary of Libya's 17 February Revolution
The US Embassy in Libya has congratulated the Libyan people on the 14th anniversary of the 17 February Revolution.
Interior Minister, INTERPOL chief discuss crime-fighting cooperation
The Interior Minister, Emad Al-Trabelsi, met with INTERPOL President Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi to discuss strengthening cooperation in combating crime and tracking fugitives.<
59 bodies of migrants recovered in Kufra so far
The Ministry of Interior of Government of National Unity announced on Saturday that the Criminal Investigation Department has recovered about 59 bodies so far in the city
First sector of Third Ring Road to open by end of February
The Government of National Unity announced, on Saturday, the final preparations for the opening of the first sector of the Third Ring Road project in Tripoli at the end o
West Coast Military zone raids smuggling sites in Zuwara
The West Coast Military Zone has announced that its forces are continuing their field operations to enhance security and stability.
