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Kurdish migrants held by armed groups in Libya face ransom threats
Ten Kurdish migrants from Iraq are being held by armed groups in Libya, with families receiving ransom demands and no official confirmation of their whereabouts. The case exposes the limits of diplomatic intervention and the dangers facing migrants on the Central Mediterranean route.
Libya Restores Qardabiya-Sadada Water Link After Thirteen Years Offline
Libya's National Development Agency and Man-Made River Authority have brought the Qardabiya-Sadada section of the Man-Made River system back online after more than a decade of inactivity, aiming to reinforce water security and infrastructure resilience.
Brussels protest urges EU to act for Eritrean refugees in Libya
Hundreds gathered outside the European Parliament, demanding the EU intervene on behalf of Eritrean refugees detained in Libya. The protest highlighted the human cost of EU-Libya migration cooperation and renewed calls for Brussels to uphold basic rights.
OMV confirms major oil find in Libya's Sirte Basin
OMV has declared its Essar well in Libya's Sirte Basin commercially viable, unlocking up to 45 million barrels of recoverable oil and accelerating the country's push to revitalise its energy sector after years of stagnation.
Libya secures record oil premium in one million barrel deal with India
Libya has sold one million barrels of Sirte/Missla blend crude to Indian Oil Corp at a premium of US$ 23 per barrel above Brent, marking the highest premium since the Iran war and highlighting surging demand for Libyan heavy crude in global markets.
Libya sets date for national energy transition summit in Tripoli
Libya's Ministry of Oil and Gas will bring together energy sector institutions in Tripoli on 24 September for a national conference focused on just and sustainable energy transition, aiming to chart a path for the country's energy future.
Italpress to cover Misurata Energy and Business Summit as official media partner
Italpress will act as the official media partner for the Misurata Energy & Business Summit in Libya, aiming to strengthen business ties between Italy and Libya and give Italian companies direct insight into opportunities at the Misurata Free Zone.
Libya restores oil output after temporary field shutdown
Libya's oil sector is back to normal after a brief shutdown at several fields, according to the National Oil Corporation. Production recovered quickly, highlighting both the sector's resilience and its ongoing security risks.
Russian armored vehicles arrive in Tobruk as Moscow reinforces Libyan corridor
Two sanctioned Russian cargo ships have delivered armored vehicles to Tobruk, Libya, despite Russia's heavy battlefield losses in Ukraine. The move signals Moscow's determination to maintain its military presence and influence across North Africa and the Sahel.
Libya blocks US dollar repatriation for international airlines
Libya is withholding US$ 25 million in international airline funds, placing it among the most restrictive countries for airline revenue repatriation. The move intensifies operational and financial risks for foreign carriers as regulatory and currency barriers persist.
Libya Customs Authority moves to revive stalled border inspection projects
Libya's Customs Authority is working to restart long-delayed contracts with international companies for automated inspection and maritime monitoring, aiming to improve border security and tackle smuggling after years of little progress.
Oil prices surge as Saudi pipeline and Libyan fields halt flows
A sudden halt at Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline and shutdowns at Libyan oil fields have sent oil prices sharply higher, exposing the market's vulnerability to regional supply shocks and escalating geopolitical risks.
Libya's Green Economy Ambitions Stalled by Legal and Technical Hurdles
Libya's efforts to shift toward a green economy are running into legal and technical roadblocks. At a recent workshop in Tunisia, the Green Industry Centre and its partners took stock of what's working-and what's holding the country back.
Tunisia targets drug trafficking networks with overhaul of narcotics law
Tunisia is preparing a sweeping revision of its 1992 narcotics law to counter the rapid evolution of drug trafficking networks, as seizures of cocaine and synthetic tablets reach record highs and cross-border smuggling routes adapt to new technologies.
AU mediation sidelined as Libya conflict reshapes regional security
NATO's intervention in Libya in 2011 sidelined the African Union's mediation, triggering a decade of instability across North Africa and the Sahel. The AU's failed peacemaking bid reveals critical lessons for future African security architecture and regional crisis management.
Libyan oil supply faces shutdown threat as NOC warns of force majeure
Libya's National Oil Corporation has halted production at key fields after a pipeline valve was forcibly closed by the Petroleum Facilities Guard. With further shutdowns threatened, the NOC is preparing to invoke force majeure, risking a new blow to Libya's oil-dependent economy.
Libya invites Russian energy firms to run oil refineries and exports
Libya is seeking Russian help to rebuild its oil industry, offering Russian companies direct control over refineries and exports as the country struggles with fuel shortages and political divisions.
Libya's food crisis deepens as drought and storage gaps strain families
Libyan households are under growing pressure as drought, shrinking groundwater, and limited grain storage collide with political instability. FAO's AbdulHakim Elwaer warns that without urgent action, food prices will rise and supply risks will worsen.
Libya oil and gas revenues hit fifteen billion dollars in eight months
Libya's Ministry of Oil and Gas has disclosed that the country earned 15.2 billion dollars from oil and gas between January and August 2026. The figures reveal both the sector's dominance in state finances and the urgent need for infrastructure upgrades.
Libya seeks British energy technology to modernize oil and gas sector
Libya's National Oil Corporation is moving to secure advanced British and international technology for its oil and gas sector, aiming to accelerate production, modernise infrastructure, and build national expertise through direct cooperation with industry giants.
Libya aims for record gas output in five-year expansion plan
Libya's government has announced plans to raise daily gas production to 4 billion standard cubic feet within five years, signaling a major push to monetize discovered reserves and reposition the country in regional energy markets.
Egypt's Madkour lands Libya power plant contracts as Tripoli seeks grid relief
Libya's General Electricity Company has awarded Egyptian firm Madkour contracts to build three power plants worth around 100 million euros, aiming to add 660 megawatts and address chronic blackouts as regional energy ties deepen.
Libyan authorities seize ecstasy pills stamped with Gaddafi's face
Libyan security forces have confiscated about 100,000 ecstasy tablets shaped like Muammar Gaddafi, highlighting how criminal groups are using Libya as a transit point for synthetic drugs moving from Europe into North Africa.
Fezzan Revolutionary Force shuts Libya's southern border to all trucks
The Fezzan Revolutionary Force has sealed Libya's southern border to all truck and commercial traffic, declaring a closed military zone in response to the siege of Qatrun by Libyan National Army-aligned forces. The move disrupts trade routes to Chad and Niger and intensifies the power struggle in southern Libya.
Libya denies Ukrainian use of Misrata base in attacks on Russian ships
Libya's Ministry of Defence has firmly denied reports that its Misrata military base was used by Ukrainians to target Russian oil vessels, distancing Tripoli from claims of involvement in the Mediterranean's proxy conflicts.
Libya's election deal exposes oil sector to renewed risk
Libya's rival factions have signed a UN-backed election roadmap promising national polls within two years. But persistent divisions and fragile security leave the country's oil sector vulnerable to fresh disruption.
Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece press for legal clarity on Eastern Mediterranean maritime borders
Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece have restated their demand that all maritime agreements in the Eastern Mediterranean follow UNCLOS and international law. The leaders also urged the removal of foreign forces from Libya and called for quicker progress on shared energy projects.
Libyan Airlines targets direct route revival with Syria after years of isolation
Libyan Airlines is pushing to reestablish direct flights to Syria, with aviation authorities in Damascus and Tripoli negotiating operational and security requirements. The talks signal a broader push to reconnect Syria with North Africa and Europe after years of suspended routes.
Turkish intelligence chief brokers rare Libya unity talks in Ankara
In a pivotal Ankara meeting, Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin brought together Libya's rival parliamentary leaders for direct talks on unifying Libya's fractured institutions and advancing stalled elections, signaling a potential shift in the country's deadlocked political landscape.
Qatar steps into Libya power struggle with new mediation push
Qatar is intensifying its diplomatic engagement in Libya, meeting rival leaders in Tripoli and Benghazi to support a fragile UN-backed election plan. The move exposes deep institutional rifts and raises the stakes for regional influence in North Africa.
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