Libya Appeals to Europe for Shared Responsibility on Migration Crisis

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 [...]

Libyan Watchdog Urges International Probe Into Ongoing Human Rights Abuses

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 and the Netherlands Discuss Political Developments in Tripoli Talks

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 and U.S. Hold Talks to Strengthen Military Cooperation

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 [...]

UN Deputy Envoy Urges Protection of Libya’s Audit Bureau Independence

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 [...]

LCW Reports Escalating Violations and Tightening Restrictions on Press Freedom in Libya

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 [...]

Japanese Ambassador and UNDP Discuss Enhancing Development Cooperation in Libya

LIBYA: The team from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Libya met with Japanese Ambassador Shimura Izuru to discuss how to improve development in Libya. They discussed important strategies aimed at building skills and ensuring lasting stability. The conversations also emphasized the need to support Libyan youth, giving them chances to realize their potential [...]

UN Mission Praises Successful Voting in 16 Municipalities and Commends Voter Turnout

LIBYA: The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) celebrated the successful voting process in 16 towns across eastern, central, and southern Libya. They expressed their gratitude for the voters' dedication to democracy. The mission also highlighted the impressive turnout of 68%, as reported by the High National Elections Commission (HNEC), and was pleased that [...]

Urgent Appeal Issued to Protect Marine Life off Western Libya

LIBYA: The Libyan Marine Biology Association has raised concerns about the worsening environmental conditions in the Marsa Dila area, located west of Zawiya. They blame the problem on the large amounts of waste that have built up in the sea due to a nearby landfill along the coast. Local fishermen have reported high levels of [...]

Libya to Send Largest-Ever Government Delegation to Washington in Early September

LIBYA: The Libyan government based in Tripoli is dispatching what American sources have called "the largest government delegation ever" on an official trip to the United States for ten days, beginning September 3. The delegation will engage in official and preparatory discussions aimed at enhancing the economic and investment partnership between Libya and the U.S. [...]

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