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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The Lack of Opportunities Pushes Egyptians to Lead Irregular Migration from Africa to the EU

Egyptians are increasingly leading irregular migration to the EU, driven by economic pressure and uncertain future prospects.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Harvest of Thorns: Have Awards Harmed Arabic Literature?

Libyan author Salem Al-Hindawi critiques the impact of literary awards on Arabic literature in his new book, posing challenging questions about their role in the literary scene.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:05 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Tariffs Annulled by the US Supreme Court: Who Are the Big Winners in Africa?

The US Supreme Court's annulment of tariffs has favored several African nations, particularly South Africa, Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Over 600 migrants lost in the Mediterranean this year

Over 600 migrants have died or gone missing while crossing the Mediterranean Sea this year, marking the highest death toll at the start of the year since the International Organization for Migration began tracking in 2014.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al Jazeera interviews the first researcher to obtain a PhD in chemistry from a Libyan university

This article discusses an interview with Haitham Abu Aissa, the first researcher to earn a PhD in chemistry from a Libyan university, highlighting the significance of his achievement amidst the political crises in Libya.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:29 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Ramadan celebrations in Libya tempered by soaring prices and shortage of fuel

Libya's Ramadan celebrations are overshadowed by soaring prices and a severe shortage of fuel, leaving many residents with little to celebrate.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Story of the Mosque... The Cave Mosque or 'Zawiyat Derna' in Libya

The Cave Mosque, also known as 'Zawiyat Derna', was built by Imam Muhammad bin Ali as the second Zawiya after that in the city of Al-Bayda and is one of only five Zawiyas constructed personally by him.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Dead migrants wash ashore on Libya's Mediterranean coast

At least five dead migrants were found along Libya's coast near Tripoli after washing ashore on Saturday.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Bodies of 5 migrants found off the coast of Tripoli, Libya

Five migrant bodies, including two women, have been found washed ashore near Tripoli, Libya, following a report from local police.

Feb 22 โ€ข 01:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Dead migrants washed ashore in Libya

At least five migrants' bodies have washed ashore in a coastal town east of Libya's capital, Tripoli, raising concerns over the safety of migrants in the country.

Feb 22 โ€ข 01:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Dbeibeh undergoes tests in Italy and reassures about his health

Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh underwent medical tests in Italy, confirming the success of previous treatment while downplaying the reasons for his hospital visit.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:18 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Libya: UN Report Warns of Escalating Human Rights Abuses Against Migrants and Refugees in Libya

A UN report reveals alarming levels of human rights abuses against migrants and refugees in Libya, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated action to address these violations.

Feb 20 โ€ข 23:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

From Ustica to the Attacks, the Libyan-Palestinian Trail

The article discusses the potential connection between the Ustica disaster and two terrorist attacks, proposing that they may have been orchestrated by the same Libyan-Palestinian collaborators.

Feb 20 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Baseless reaction of Turkey regarding Chevron - Libya, a 'satellite'

Turkey criticizes Greece's energy activities with Chevron, claiming they violate international law despite not directly impacting Turkish sovereignty.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ankara: The exploration for hydrocarbons south of Crete is illegal

Turkey denounces Greece's hydrocarbon exploration activities south of Crete as illegal and a violation of international law and good neighborly relations.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Gowns still against the government: detention of Sea Watch-5 suspended

The Italian judiciary has suspended the order detaining the Sea Watch-5 ship, highlighting the tensions between international maritime laws and the actions of NGOs in migrant rescue operations.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Libya replaces Russian fuel supplies with those from Western traders

Libya is shifting its fuel supply sources from Russia to Western traders amid efforts to restructure its oil sector post-civil war.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:04 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Libya: WHO Validates Elimination of Trachoma As a Public Health Problem in Libya

The WHO has confirmed that Libya has successfully eliminated trachoma as a public health issue, marking a significant public health milestone for the country and the Eastern Mediterranean Region.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:43 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Libya: UN Libya Envoy Warns Security Council Political Deadlock Threatens State Unity

The UN envoy for Libya warns that ongoing political deadlock and economic deterioration are jeopardizing national unity.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egyptians fall victim to smuggling gangs during irregular migration trips

Families in Egypt recount the harrowing experiences of losing their loved ones to smuggling gangs in Libya during attempts to migrate illegally to Europe.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

'Pay or he dies': the deadly price of hope for Egypt's migrants

Desperate families in Egypt are being compelled to send their young men on perilous Mediterranean migration journeys due to dire economic conditions.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Fifteen years after the Libyan revolution of 2011, the country is still in search of stability

Fifteen years after the 2011 revolution, Libya continues to struggle with instability and has not achieved the goals set during the uprising.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Libya: Migrants and Refugees in Libya Subjected to 'Systematic' Abuse - UN Report

A recent UN report reveals that migrants, refugees, and asylum-seekers in Libya are facing systematic human rights abuses including killings, torture, and trafficking.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Upcoming Libyan Cabinet Reshuffle to Fill Vacancies

The Libyan Prime Minister announced plans for a cabinet reshuffle to address vacancies and improve service delivery in light of ongoing political and security challenges.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:48 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

UN calls on both authorities in Libya to protect rights of migrants

The UN urges Libya's rival authorities to implement reforms protecting the rights of migrants and refugees amid ongoing abuses.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

UN Report Criticizes Libya and the European Union Over Migrants

A UN report calls for urgent legal and political reforms in Libya to protect migrants and refugees, condemning their treatment as a 'brutal reality' and urging the EU to halt migrant interceptions at sea.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

UN: Migrants in Libya are subjected to systematic violence and abuse

A report by the UN's human rights office highlights systematic human rights violations against migrants in Libya, including murder and torture.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Memorizing the Quran on slate in 2026: The story of the Al-Niass Lighthouse in Libya

Students are committed to preserving the traditional ways of memorizing the Quran at the Al-Niass Lighthouse in Libya, showcasing a significant cultural heritage.

Feb 16 โ€ข 17:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

The murder of Gaddafi's son Saif al-Islam shows why Libya is not a functioning state even 15 years after the revolution

The assassination of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi highlights Libya's ongoing power struggles and failure to establish a stable government 15 years post-revolution.

Feb 16 โ€ข 15:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Satellites reveal the continued operation of the Rapid Support Forces camp in the Libyan desert

Recent satellite images have confirmed the ongoing military activities of the Rapid Support Forces at a camp in southeastern Libya, close to the Sudanese border.

Feb 15 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Oil: Libya Reopens its Doors to Foreign Companies, but Struggles to Attract Interest

For the first time in 17 years, Libya has awarded oil blocks to foreign companies, but the results have been disappointing in terms of participation.

Feb 15 โ€ข 03:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egyptian Chief of Staff Meets Haftar in Benghazi

The Egyptian Chief of Staff, General Ahmed Khalifa, met with retired General Khalifa Haftar in Benghazi during a visit to participate in a Mediterranean and Sub-Saharan Africa military conference.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Weather: Hazy landscape with African dust and high temperatures this weekend

Athens will resemble the Sahara this weekend due to a new episode of dust transfer from Algeria and Libya, coinciding with high temperatures.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Where in the world is the cheapest petrol at just 3 rupees per liter?

Currently, Libya and Iran have the cheapest petrol prices globally, ranging from 2.50 to 3 rupees per liter due to their wealth in oil resources and strong subsidy policies.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Gaddafiโ€™s son assassinated: Libyaโ€™s Rubicon crossed

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi was assassinated in Zintan, marking a significant escalation in Libya's ongoing turmoil.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

How Turkey 'grasps' Libya's oil and gas

Turkey has announced it will begin oil and gas exploration in Libya, marking a significant geopolitical move in the region.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Foreign oil majors win exploration licenses in Libya

Libya has awarded exploration licenses for five oil and gas blocks to major foreign energy companies as part of an effort to revitalize its energy sector.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:42 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Libya grants foreign oil companies exploration licences

Libya has awarded new oil exploration licenses to several foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to boost oil production amid ongoing political instability.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Libya: an armed group from the south of the country claims a second attack against Marshal Haftar's forces

An armed group from southern Libya, calling itself the 'Revolutionaries of Southern Libya', has claimed responsibility for a second attack against the Libyan National Army's convoy transporting fuel towards Sudan.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Libya opens up to foreign oil companies

Libya is inviting foreign oil companies to begin oil exploration for the first time since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.

Feb 11 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Repsol Strengthens Its Position in Libya While Seeking Investors for Its Oil Business

Repsol, in consortium with Hungarian MOL and Turkish TPOC, has won a bidding round for oil and gas exploration blocks in Libya, marking its first bid in nearly two decades while also looking to attract investors to maximize its subsidiary's value.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Gaddafiโ€™s son killed by foreign powers โ€“ ex-minister (VIDEO)

The former Libyan information minister claims that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi's assassination was ordered by foreign powers rather than solely by local traitors.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Libya grants foreign oil companies exploration licences

Libya has issued new oil exploration and production licences to foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to revitalize its oil sector and increase production significantly.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Libya awards new oil exploration licences to foreign firms

Libya has issued new oil exploration and production licenses to several foreign companies for the first time in 17 years, aiming to revitalize its oil industry amid ongoing political instability.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

5 Companies Win Licenses for Oil and Gas Exploration in Libya

Five international companies have been awarded licenses for oil and gas exploration in Libya, marking the countryโ€™s first bidding round in nearly two decades amid ongoing political division.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

China sends envoy to Libya after embassy shuttered for more than a decade

China has appointed Ma Xueliang as its new ambassador to Libya, resuming diplomatic relations after a decade-long closure of its embassy due to security issues.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Epstein Case: The billionaire attempted to seize frozen Libyan funds in the United States

Jeffrey Epstein attempted to acquire frozen Libyan funds in the US, aiming for a commission, but his plans were ultimately unsuccessful.

Feb 11 โ€ข 05:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Many Nigerians feared dead, missing as boat capsizes off Libya coast

A boat carrying migrants capsized off the Libyan coast, resulting in deaths and missing persons, with many of them being Nigerians.

Feb 10 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Dozens dead after migrant boat capsizes off Libya

At least 53 migrants are dead or missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Libya, according to the International Organization for Migration.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Haftar and Pakistan: A Relationship of Mutual Interest

Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar's recent visit to Islamabad has raised legal and diplomatic concerns among analysts and Libyan political figures alike.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:18 UTC

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