Menfi forms joint security force to bolster Tripoli stability
Presidential Council head, Mohamed Menfi, has ordered the formation of a new joint security and military unit tasked with supporting the capital’s police forces and enhancing public order in Tripoli.
Libya to host first e-payment forum as CBL pushes digital finance
Libya’s Central Bank (CBL) has announced the launch of the country’s first Electronic Payment Forum and Exhibition, scheduled for 15–17 June at the Tripoli International Fair.
The event, backed by Central Bank governor and organized by the General Authority for Exhibitions, will bring together domestic and international payment companies as well as commercial banks operating in Libya.
According to officials, the forum aims to showcase cutting-edge digital payment technologies, encourage financial inclusion, and support the digital transformation of Libya’s banking sector.
Al-Ahly Tripoli advances to BAL semifinals after beating Cape Verde’s Kriol Star
Libya’s Al-Ahly Tripoli basketball team has qualified for the semifinals of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) after a dominant victory over Kriol Star of Cape Verde, with a final score of 107–81, in a match held Sunday evening at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa.
The game saw an impressive performance by the Libyan side, as Al Ahly Tripoli asserted control from the outset, winning the first quarter 29–18, and extending their lead in the second quarter 25–22, to close the first half comfortably ahead at 54–40.
Three Libyan travel agents participate in the Bali & Beyond Travel Fair in Indonesia
Three representatives from leading travel agents in Libya have participated in the Familiarization Trip (Famtrip) program and attended the 11th Bali & Beyond Travel Fair (BBTF), being held in Bali on 11–16 June 2025.
This activity was facilitated by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Tripoli in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, as part of an effort to expand the Indonesian tourism market to Libya.
Libya reviews textbook supply amid corruption concerns
The Libyan authorities convened a high-level meeting in Tripoli on Wednesday to address delays and concerns surrounding the printing and delivery of school textbooks for the 2025–2026 academic year.
The meeting, chaired by the head of the Administrative Control Authority, Abdullah Qaderbouh, included the acting Minister of Education in the Government of National Unity, the Deputy Minister for Educational Affairs, and representatives from several related bodies.
Health Ministry distributes new batch of growth hormone for children
The Ministry of Health in the Government of National Unity confirmed on Monday the arrival of a new batch of growth hormone intended for the treatment of children suffering from growth disorders.
The ministry called on the parents of affected children to visit one of the accredited hospitals or health centers to obtain the medication.
Tripoli’s Fragile Calm: A Truce Meant to Be Broken
The renewed clashes in Tripoli on June 8 and 9 served as a grim reminder of a truth few dare to voice openly: the so-called truce in Libya’s capital is not peace, but a tactical pause — a breakable agreement, made by actors who never intended to be bound by it.
Eastern Libya faces 640 megawatt power deficit following plant shutdown
A power shortage of approximately 640 megawatts has hit eastern Libya, according to a source from the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy in the parallel governm
Al-Koni discusses economic cooperation and cultural exchange with Spanish Ambassador
Spanish Ambassador to Libya, Javier Soria, has met with Presidential Council member Musa Al-Koni to discuss strengthening economic and trade cooperation between Libya and
First group of Libyan pilgrims returns home from Hajj
The first group of Libyan pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia after performing Hajj arrived at Benina International Airport in Benghazi on Wednesday evening.
Tripoli Court sentences man to life for cannabis cultivation
A man has been sentenced to life in prison by the Tripoli Court of Appeals for cultivating cannabis on a farm located south of the capital.
Al-Lafi discusses latest developments of ceasefire committee with military leaders
The Presidential Council member Abdullah Al-Lafi held a meeting with, Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army and Head of the Committee for Consolidating the Ceasefire and Acti
UNSMIL launches youth workshop discussion on Libya’s political process
The United Nations Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has announced the launch of a workshop discussion with young people regarding the outcomes of the Advisory Committee and prop
Desert locust control campaign launched in Al-Asabaa
The Environmental Sanitation Department in Al-Asabaa has launched a campaign to combat desert locusts as part of the municipality’s ongoing efforts to protect local farms
Menfi receives Putin's invitation to attend Arab-Russian Summit
The Presidential Council (PC) head, Mohamed Menfi, has received an official invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the upcoming Arab-Russian Summit, d
French Ambassador, Tetteh discuss security situation in Tripoli
The French Ambassador to Libya, Mostafa Mihraje, met with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative to Libya, Hanna Tetteh, to discuss the security situation in T
Libyan Ministry of Labour receives Arab commendation for supporting Palestinian workers
Libya’s Minister of Labour and Rehabilitation in the Government of National Unity, Ali Al-Abed, received a congratulatory letter from Fayez Al-Mutairi, Director-General o
