UN backs probe into Libyan MP’s disappearance
In a separate development, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) welcomed a visit by the country’s Attorney General to Benghazi to investigate the disappearance of Ibrahim al-Darsi, a member of the Libyan House of Representatives.
Mr Darsi has been missing since 18 May 2024, after publicly criticising the concentration of power among the sons of eastern commander Khalifa Haftar.
27 Egyptian companies to participate in Libya Build exhibition in Tripoli
The Chairman of Egypt’s Export Council for Chemical Industries and Fertilizers, Khaled Abu Al-Makarem, confirmed the participation of 27 Egyptian companies in the 17th edition of the Libya Build exhibition in Tripoli, scheduled to take place from May 12 to 15, 2025.
The companies will exhibit over an area of 436 square meters, alongside participants from nine countries including Italy, Turkey, Egypt, France, Malta, Tunisia, Germany, China, and Austria. The event aims to strengthen economic cooperation between Egypt and Libya.
Al-Hilal and Al-Ahly Tripoli top their groups in Libyan football league
Al-Hilal maintained its lead in Group A after an exciting victory over its neighbor Al-Tahaddi, while Al-Ahly Tripoli got the first place from Al-Sweihli to top Group B alone despite a goalless draw with Al-Ittihad.
Al-Hilal defeated Al-Tahaddi 2–1, bringing its tally to 10 points—three ahead of Al-Ahly Benghazi, which moved up to second place after returning from Shahat with a 3–1 win over Al-Sadaqa, reaching 7 points.
Libya telecom holding company launches medusa submarine cable project
The Libyan Post, Telecommunications and Information Technology Company (LPTIC) has announced the launching of the "Medusa" submarine cable project, one of the strategic initiatives that will connect Libya to Europe through an undersea cable stretching 8,700 kilometers.
The launching ceremony was attended by the Head of the General Authority for Communications and Information, Abdelbaset Al-Baaour; Chairman of the Board of LPTIC, Youssef Abu Zuwaita; Mayor of Misrata, Mahmoud Al-Saqoutari; and officials from telecommunications companies.
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 court jails health officials over faulty medical equipment deal
A criminal court in Tripoli has sentenced thirteen health officials and contractors to five years in prison after convicting them of involvement in the supply of medical equipment that failed to meet approved standards.
The case centred on employees tasked with verifying and receiving goods for the Ministry of Health, as well as agents from companies contracted to provide medical supplies.
Prosecutors charged a total of fourteen individuals after uncovering documents falsely claiming that hospitals in Ghadames, Jandouba, Nessma, and Al-Shuqayqa had received the equipment.
Is Libya Becoming a Pawn in Trump's Migration Bargain?
Has Libya become the latest pawn in the international chessboard of migration politics? That question resurfaced this week following a CNN report revealing that US President Donald Trump’s administration held talks with Libyan authorities to designate Libya as a so-called “safe third country”—a destination where asylum seekers apprehended at the US border could be deported.
The report further claims that the Trump administration also explored deporting immigrants with criminal records from inside the US to Libya and Rwanda as part of a broader strategy to ease pressure on the American asylum system.
Russia, Haftar discuss expanding defense cooperation
Khalifa Haftar met with Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov to explore ways to strengthen defense cooperation between the two sides, according to a statement release
Qatar, UN hold talks to support Libya’s political process
Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, held discussions in Tripoli with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative and
Audit Bureau, Oil Ministry discuss reforms in oil and gas sector
The Audit Bureau President Khaled Shakshak met with Oil and Gas Minister Khalifa Abdelsadeq on Sunday to address persistent challenges in the country’s vital oil and gas
Tripoli hosts 4th Libyan-German Business Forum amid growing economic ties
The Fourth Libyan-German Business Forum opened in Tripoli on Monday, bringing together a wide array of business leaders and economic institutions from both nations in a b
Libya backs Pakistan–India ceasefire, FM tells ambassador
Libya has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India, describing it as a step towards regional peace and stability, the country’s acting foreign minister
University of Tripoli signs cooperation agreement with Arab Planning Institute
The University of Tripoli has signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Kuwait based Arab Planning Institute.
Dbeibah receives Qatari Minister of State
The Head of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, has received the Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs , Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, and
Final exams kick off with over 900,000 students setting the exams
The final exams for the second semester of the current school year began Sunday morning, with 933,290 students in primary and secondary education setting the exams.
Haftar meets Putin at Kremlin
Warlord Haftar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow on Saturday.
Saudi delegation inspects Libyan airport ahead of flight resumption
A Saudi civil aviation security delegation arrived at Mitiga International Airport on Saturday as part of preparations to resume direct flights between Libya and Saudi Ar
