LIBYA: The United Nations has engaged in discussions with Libya to address ongoing challenges within the country’s health system. Years of instability have strained medical infrastructure, limited access to essential services, and placed heavy pressure on healthcare workers. The talks focused on rebuilding facilities, improving service delivery, and expanding support for vulnerable communities. Strengthening coordination [...]

LIBYA: Food prices in western Libya are now reported to be 7.8% higher than in other parts of the country, placing additional strain on already vulnerable households. The disparity is linked to ongoing supply chain disruptions and regional economic instability. Many families are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of basic necessities. Experts [...]

LIBYA: Libya has opened its energy sector to major international players for the first time in nearly two decades by awarding oil and gas exploration blocks to global companies, including Chevron, Eni, QatarEnergy, and Repsol. The state-owned National Oil Corporation offered exploration rights across key onshore and offshore basins as part of a broader effort [...]

LIBYA: For the first time in 15 years, Libya has received international approval to import US dollars in cash, marking a significant shift for its financial system. The move is expected to ease liquidity shortages that have long strained banks and everyday transactions. Officials hope the decision will help stabilize the local currency and reduce [...]

LIBYA: Libya has called on the European Union and Italy to strengthen cooperation in managing irregular migration across the Mediterranean. Libyan officials emphasized the heavy burden placed on the country as a key transit point for migrants heading to Europe. They urged for increased financial, technical, and logistical support to improve border control and migrant [...]

LIBYA: Libya Crimes Watch documented various abuses, such as unlawful killings, arbitrary arrests, and military actions in residential areas. They noted a constant lack of proper investigations and accountability. The organization’s monitoring reported that two children died, one civilian was injured, and a detainee at Ubari Prison passed away due to worsening health issues. They [...]

LIBYA: Libya's acting Foreign Minister, Al-Taher Al-Baour, met with the Dutch ambassador to Libya, Arian Vollenreef, to talk about recent political changes. Their meeting took place at the foreign ministry in Tripoli. They discussed working together on development, migration issues, building skills, and supporting national institutions. Al-Baour highlighted Libya’s dedication to improving relations with the [...]

LIBYA: The Prime Minister of Libya, Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, who is based in Tripoli, met with Dagvin Anderson, the commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), to talk about boosting military cooperation between Libya and the US. They discussed ways to improve their military partnership, focusing on training, equipment, and programs to build capacity, according [...]

LIBYA: Ulrika Richardson, the UN’s Deputy Special Representative and Resident Coordinator, emphasized the need to protect the independence and neutrality of Libya’s Audit Bureau. She stated that both factors are crucial for improving oversight and ensuring transparency in its reports. The meeting also covered the cooperation agreement between the Audit Bureau and the UN Development [...]

LIBYA: The Libyan Crimes Watch Organization (LCW) has warned that journalists and media workers in Libya are experiencing severe violations and increasing limitations on press freedom and their work. In a statement released for the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, which is observed on November 2, the organization reported that it [...]