Mauritania has introduced new measures banning the export of food products outside the country, whether locally produced or imported, following a decision taken by President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani during a recent cabinet
Former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi has referenced the 2011 military intervention in Libya while criticising the decision by US President Donald Trump to launch military strikes agai
A Libyan Ramadan television drama titled “The Decision” (Al-Qarar) has sparked widespread controversy across the country, with critics accusing the production of promoting a political narrative that seeks to rehabilitate
The Supreme Joint Committee overseeing the Libya–Africa Transit Corridor Project held its first meeting of 2026 on Wednesday, 4 March, at the headquarters of the Libya Africa Investment Portfolio (LAIP) in Tripoli.
Libyan authorities have deported 57 irregular migrants through Benina International Airport in Benghazi as part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal migration, the Anti-Illegal Migration Agency has announced.
Libya’s Anti-Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Agency has announced the arrest of a suspected drug dealer in the western city of Al-Ajilat, following intelligence reports about his alleged activities.
The Acting Minister of Interior in Libya’s Government of National Unity, Imad Trabelsi, has described the city of Gharyan as a symbol of culture and a cradle of peace in the country.
Italy is examining alternative sources of natural gas, including potential additional supplies from Libya, after disruptions to Qatari exports raised concerns over part of the country’s energy imports.
Global oil prices recorded a sharp increase on Friday, with benchmark crude climbing above $90 per barrel for the first time since April 2024, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and growing concerns over potential di
Iranian retaliation against the United States and Israel’s military campaign has expanded across the Gulf, with drones launched towards key energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, according to regional defence officials.
An armed group operating in southern Libya has reported limited clashes along the Libyan–border, according to a statement sent to Libyan Express on Friday.
Turkey has reaffirmed its position on the eastern Mediterranean in a formal communication to the United Nations, placing the defence of its 2019 maritime memorandum of understanding with Libya at the forefront of its arg
Chadian media sources monitored by Libyan Express have reported that units from the joint Libyan–Chadian force carried out a sweeping security operation in the extreme north, near the shared frontier with Libya.
Algeria is once again positioning itself at the centre of regional dynamics in the Sahel, launching a series of political and diplomatic initiatives aimed at restoring what it sees as its traditional sphere of influence.
Libya’s fragile political landscape could face dangerous repercussions if an alternative United Nations-led approach is implemented without careful consideration, according to political science professor Mustafa Ben Hamo
The National Gathering for All Libya has formally rejected a statement circulated in the name of supporters of the former regime, describing it as invalid in both form and substance and insisting it does not represent th
The National Institution for Human Rights in Libya has strongly condemned the arrest of the popular Libyan poet Fayez Al-Arfi by members of the Internal Security Agency, which it says is affiliated with the parallel gove
More than one hundred members of the Libyan House of Representatives have denied issuing any official or binding decision to impose new taxes or financial burdens, amid growing controversy over reports of a levy on certa
Tensions between Athens and Ankara are mounting following a new energy exploration agreement led by Chevron south of the island of Crete, in a development that has once again thrust the eastern Mediterranean’s contested
The United States is preparing to withdraw all of its forces from Syria within approximately one month, according to three sources who spoke to the French news agency Agence France-Presse.
The President of Libya’s Presidential Council of Libya, Mohamed al-Menfi, has renewed calls for comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council, declaring that Africa remains the only continent without perman
The former United Nations Special Adviser on Libya, Stephanie Williams, has revealed fresh details surrounding the collapse of Libya’s planned 2021 presidential elections, preparations for a confidential meeting in Abu D
France’s state broadcaster Radio France Internationale has reported that two incidents this week have once again drawn attention to the presence of Russian-linked forces in southern Libya, following a helicopter crash th
The Police Training Institute in Sirte has marked a significant milestone with the graduation of its first class of female police officers, in a ceremony held on Thursday and attended by senior security and municipal off
A leading Libyan journalist has publicly criticised the country’s Minister of Culture following reports that Benghazi was not endorsed as a candidate for Arab Capital of Culture 2026.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya has expressed grave concern over the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, warning that the incident highlights the urgent need to address similar acts of violence across the count
Libya’s Public Prosecutor has confirmed that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed by gunfire, as investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death continue.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) on Thursday concluded the National Reconciliation and Human Rights track of its Structured Dialogue, following five days of meetings that focused on key issues directl
Libya’s vast oil and gas resources continue to attract international interest, but deep political, fiscal and institutional weaknesses raise serious questions about whether that potential can be translated into reliable
The Libya Africa Investment Portfolio (LAIP) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabia’s Ajyal for Oil and Energy, signalling a move to deepen cooperation in the oil, energy and infrastructure sectors.
More than 37,000 Palestinians were displaced across the occupied West Bank in 2025, marking the highest annual figure ever recorded, amid what the United Nations has described as unprecedented levels of Israeli settler v
Libya’s protracted political crisis has returned to the regional agenda after Tunisia, Algeria and Egypt revived tripartite consultations on Libya, prompting renewed debate inside the country over sovereignty, representa
Libya’s House of Representatives has approved $33.3 million in funding for long-delayed parliamentary and presidential elections, reviving hopes of a political breakthrough while raising familiar questions about whether
Libya has extended the Waha oil concessions until the end of 2050 under an agreement signed with TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips, in a move aimed at supporting higher production and attracting long-term foreign investme
Massad Boulos, a senior adviser to the President of the United States, has reiterated Washington’s support for Libya’s efforts to unify its military and financial institutions, describing institutional cohesion as essent
Libya’s House of Representatives has denied imposing any taxes on production or consumption, stressing that no levies or fees have been approved on basic and essential goods used by citizens.
Libya’s Grand Mufti, Sadiq Al-Ghariani, has warned of alarming health indicators suggesting a growing risk of tuberculosis spreading across the country, describing the situation as nearing a potential epidemic.
Libya’s central bank said on Monday that it does not grant documentary credits, responding to criticism from the country’s economy and trade minister over the handling of import financing.
A United States aircraft carrier and a group of supporting warships have arrived in the Middle East, expanding Washington’s military capability in the region amid heightened tensions with Iran, US officials have said.
Libya’s Administrative Control Authority has suspended the acting Libyan ambassador to Morocco as a precautionary measure, pending an official investigation.
A member of Libya’s parliament has cautioned that replacing the leadership of the country’s election authority would be neither quick nor straightforward, warning that the process could undermine the body’s neutrality if
Libya has ranked among the world’s largest importers of Turkish gold and jewellery, with purchases exceeding 350 million dollars over the past year, according to data published by Anadolu Agency.
Libya’s Attorney General has confirmed that Ministry of Justice has approved the dispatch of a delegation from the Turkish public prosecution service to participate in investigations into the aircraft incident involving
A renewed vote by Libya’s High Council of State to select Salah Al-Kumayshi as chairman of the board of the High National Elections Commission has brought the issue back to the centre of the political debate, reopening d
A Libyan human rights watchdog has reported a continuation of serious violations across the country during December 2025, allegedly committed by security forces and armed groups affiliated with rival authorities in both
Libya’s Public Prosecution has ordered the pre-trial detention of three suspects working within the National Committee for Combating Desert Locusts, pending investigations into the illegal receipt of expired chemical pes
Libya’s Government of National Unity has welcomed Saudi Arabia’s efforts to help create a “conducive environment” for dialogue aimed at addressing Yemen’s long-standing political divisions.
The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA) has condemned what it described as an act of war by the United States against Venezuela, warning that the move constitutes a serious breach of international l
Syria will begin exchanging old banknotes for new ones from 1 January 2026, Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husrieh said on Thursday. The move is intended to support the value of the currency.
The circumstances surrounding the crash of a Libyan military aircraft in Turkey remain under investigation, with early indications pointing to a possible technical fault, political analyst and international relations exp
Organisers of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, in coordination with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), are allowing fans to enter certain matches free of charge approximately 20 minutes after kickoff,
Libya’s renewable energy strategy will be under discussion at the Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2026, where government bodies, international energy companies and domestic firms are due to meet, according to the e
Lebanon’s President Michel Aoun sought to reassure the country on Thursday, stressing that diplomacy remains Beirut’s preferred route to prevent a slide back into conflict, even as he acknowledged the sensitivity of pers
The University of Benghazi and the University of Jordan have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening postgraduate programmes and advancing joint scientific research.
A private aircraft carrying Libya’s Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Mohamed Al-Haddad, crashed in Turkey on Tuesday evening, killing all members of the foreign flight crew on board, according to multiple m
Turkey’s Chief Public Prosecutor and a Libyan investigative delegation visiting Ankara have agreed to send the black box from the crashed aircraft to Germany for analysis, Libya’s Interior Ministry has said.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that a full investigation had been launched into the crash of an aircraft carrying a Libyan military delegation, describing the incident as “deeply saddening”.
Libya’s rival governments have declared three days of official mourning across the country following the death of the Chief of the General Staff, Mohamed Al-Haddad, and several accompanying officials in a plane crash.
Libya’s acting interior minister has ordered the formation of an investigation committee to examine the circumstances surrounding a fatal aircraft crash, according to a statement sent to Libyan Express.
Despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approving the largest gas export agreement in Israel’s history, the deal has done little to resolve the deeper strategic rivalry between Cairo and Tel Aviv over control o
Turkish authorities have formally launched an investigation into the crash of a private aircraft carrying Libya’s Chief of the General Staff, Mohamed Al-Haddad, and four accompanying officials, after the wreckage was loc
Lebanon has received warnings from unnamed Arab and international parties suggesting that Israel is preparing to launch a large-scale military operation against the country, the Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi ha
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians in Gaza are facing worsening humanitarian conditions after heavy rains flooded tents and makeshift shelters, while essential materials to reinforce shelters remain barred f
The Tarhuna Victims Association has renewed its call for an end to the culture of impunity in Libya, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to justice, truth and redress for victims and their families.
Libya’s Post, Telecommunications and Information Technology Holding Company has signed a preliminary memorandum of understanding with the Saudi firm Technology Link Services for Telecommunications, in a move aimed at str
A joint investigative report by the Financial Times and Germany’s Bavarian Broadcasting Corporation has shed new light on how Jan Marsalek, the former chief operating officer of Wirecard and one of Europe’s most wanted f
Libya’s Anti-Security Threats Agency has announced the killing of one of the most prominent armed group leaders in the coastal city of Sabratha, during a pre-dawn security operation on Thursday.
Voting gets under way on Saturday morning in Libya’s long-awaited municipal elections for the third group of local councils, amid keen public anticipation after repeated delays.