Libyan Coast Guard

Authorities in Libya intercept over 200 illegal immigrants at sea

Monday, May 16, 2022 - 16:09

Libya's Coast Guard intercepted a vessel carrying around 200 illegal migrants trying to cross to Europe on Sunday, the navy has confirmed.

Libyan Coast Guard saves more than 80 migrants off the country's west coast

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 - 14:19

Libya's navy has rescued more than 80 illegal immigrants off the country's coast near Zawiya city.

20 illegal immigrants rescued near Zuwara

Saturday, May 7, 2022 - 23:26

The Libyan Coast Guard has rescued 20 illegal immigrants northwest of Zuwara whose boat was about to sink while it was heading to European shores.

In coordination with Libyan authorities, Turkish navy rescues 17 migrants off Misrata

Saturday, May 7, 2022 - 17:24

A group of 17 immigrants were picked up safely from off the coast of Misrata on Thursday, the Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces confirmed on Friday.

Coast Guard seizes a tanker for smuggling fuel off the coast of Abu Kamash

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 11:32

The Libyan Coast Guard has seized a tanker for smuggling fuel off the coast of Abu Kamash and it was towed to the Shaab port in Tripoli.

EU parliament member hails Libya coast guard

Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 19:20

Member of the European Parliament from Italy’s Lega party Susanna Ceccardi said on Friday that the EU has finally realized the role of the Libyan Coast Guard and thus legitimized its activities.

Italy hands over two new boats to Libyan coast security

Tuesday, April 19, 2022 - 02:37

The Ministry of Interior of the Government of National Unity received on Monday, two out of six naval boats equipped with the latest technology from Italy.