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Libya’s Eastern Parliament Pledges Unwavering Support for Sudan

(MENAFN) Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives reaffirmed its unwavering backing for Sudan on Sunday amid ongoing regional instability, reported a Libyan news agency. During a Benghazi meeting, Libya’s eastern Minister of African Affairs,...

Libyan Civil Society Gains Support Through EU-Funded Youth-Centered Dialogue for Peace and Justice

CESVI and Tatweer Research deliver training, mentorship, and regional exchanges to help CSOs build sustainability and promote youth and women’s participation. BENGHAZI, LIBYA, September 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The European Union, in...

Libyan Ship Joins Global Flotilla to Break Gaza Siege

(MENAFN) The Libyan vessel Omar al-Mukhtar embarked on its journey Sunday to join the Global Sumud Flotilla, an international effort to break Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip. The ship has been outfitted with a fully equipped intensive care...

Libyan Ship Joins Sumud Flotilla

(MENAFN) The Libyan vessel Omar al-Mukhtar departed on Sunday to take part in the Global Sumud Flotilla, which seeks to challenge Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip. The ship was outfitted with an intensive care unit to deliver medical assistance...

Libyan Forces Dismantle Illegal Migration Boat Factory

(MENAFN) The Special Tasks Force of Libya’s Ministry of Interior, operating under the internationally recognized Government of National Unity, announced on Sunday the dismantling of a boat manufacturing site used for illegal migration in Dafniya,...

Violent Clashes Break Out in West Libya

(MENAFN) Heavy fighting broke out on Sunday in Janzour, located just 12 km west of Tripoli, between rival militias aligned with Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah's Government of National Unity (GNU), local reports confirmed. The violence erupted...

Libya Build Benghazi Returns for Third Edition in 2026, Building on Record-Breaking Success

Libya Build Benghazi 2024 drew thousands, showcasing innovative solutions and partnerships. The 2026 edition, set for April 20-23, expects 20,000+ visitors. BENGHAZI, LIBYA, September 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What made the second edition...

Tragic Libya Boat Overturn Leaves 61 Sudanese Migrants Dead

(MENAFN) A vessel carrying 74 migrants overturned near Libya’s northeastern coast, resulting in the deaths of 61 individuals, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) confirmed on Wednesday. The tragedy occurred on September 13 off the shore...

61 Reported Dead as Migrant Boat Capsizes off Libya

(MENAFN) A vessel carrying 74 people, primarily Sudanese nationals, overturned near Libya’s coast on September 13, leaving only 13 survivors, the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) confirmed on Wednesday. Dozens remain unaccounted for, raising...

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: EU and Egypt to hold first summit in October — Norway intervenes in investigation into Libyan Coast Guard attack on NGO ship — New abuse accusations levelled against Libyan Coast Guard — UN Special Rapporteur issues migration reco…

The EU will host its first ever summit with Egypt on 22 October in Brussels. The Norwegian government has intervened in the ongoing investigation into the recent attack on an NGO search and rescue (SAR) ship. A SAR NGO has accused Libyan...

Africa Lead-Acid Battery Market Set to Double by 2035: Key Growth Drivers Explained | Analysis Report by TMR

Africa's lead-acid battery market accounts for a critical part of the energy and power storage market in the region. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Africa Lead-Acid Battery Market is poised for...

Libya Conducts Elections in 7 Northwest Towns After Week-Long Delay

(MENAFN) Libya proceeded with elections in seven northwestern municipalities on Saturday, after a week-long postponement caused by security threats. According to a statement from Libya’s High National Election Commission (HNEC), voting took place...

Libya Prevents Missile Strike Near UN Headquarters

(MENAFN) Libya's Interior Ministry announced early Friday that it successfully intercepted a missile assault targeting the UN mission’s main offices in Tripoli. “An attempt to target the headquarters of the UN mission with an SPG (self-propelled...

Libya’s interior Ministry blocks missle assault in Tripoli Foiled

(MENAFN) Libya’s Interior Ministry announced early Friday that it had prevented a missile attack targeting the UN mission headquarters in Tripoli. “An attempt to target the headquarters of the UN mission with an SPG (self-propelled gun) missile...

Libya’s Eastern parliament passes law to manage public debt

(MENAFN) Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives has passed a law aimed at managing public debt, according to parliamentary spokesperson Abdullah Blehig. The decision was made during a plenary session in Benghazi after thorough debates and...

Libya’s Eastern Parliament Approves Public Debt Regulation

(MENAFN) Libya’s eastern-based House of Representatives took decisive action on Tuesday by approving a public debt law during a plenary session held in Benghazi, parliamentary spokesperson Abdullah Blehig announced on Facebook. The law’s passage...

British Delegation Arrives in Libya for Talks

(MENAFN) A British delegation, headed by Admiral Edward Ahlgren, Senior Adviser for Middle East and North Africa Affairs at the UK Ministry of Defence, arrived in Tripoli on Tuesday for crucial talks aimed at bolstering military cooperation...

Seven Migrants Go Missing During Journey from Libya

(MENAFN) Seven migrants are feared lost after falling into the Mediterranean Sea during a perilous journey from Libya, media reported on Wednesday. Survivors rescued by the Aurora Sar, an NGO-run ship, revealed that seven individuals went...

Libya Kicks Off Second Stage of Municipal Elections

(MENAFN) Libya commenced the second stage of its municipal council elections on Saturday, with polling stations nationwide operating from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, according to the Libyan High National Elections Commission (HNEC). This round of...

Libya’s HNEC states voting for municipal elections is done

(MENAFN) Libya’s High National Elections Commission (HNEC) reported that voting for the second phase of municipal council elections in 26 municipalities concluded late Saturday, with ballot counting now underway. In an official statement, the...