Libya

Haftar Disbands Salafist Battalion and Elevates It to Brigade in Kufra

Haftar Disbands Salafist Battalion, Elevates It to Brigade in Kufra, Fueling Regional Tensions

politics•2/13/2026

LIA Discusses Reinvesting Libya's Frozen Assets with China

Libya Explores Partnership with China to Invest in Oil and Gas Sector

business•2/12/2026

Libya Grants First Foreign Oil Licences Since Gaddafi's Fall

Libya Awards First Foreign Oil Licences Since Gaddafi's Fall, Heralding New Era for Energy Industry

energy•2/12/2026

Mediterranean Migrant Crisis: 53 Dead or Missing in Libya Shipwreck

The Mediterranean Sea has long been a crossroads for human migration, with millions of people from across Africa seeking refuge in Europe. However, the journey is fraught with peril, and Libya's precarious position at the center of this migrant route has become a notorious hub for smuggling and violence.

human rights•2/11/2026

Libya and US Unveil Groundbreaking Anti-Drug Pact Amid Region's Growing Security Concerns

Libya, once a vital hub for international trade and commerce, has been ravaged by decades of conflict and instability. The country's strategic location at the crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East has long made it an attractive route for illicit goods and people.

politics•2/11/2026

Libya's Future Hangs in the Balance: Mohammed Takala Elected Head of High Council of State

Mohammed Takala emerged as the unchallenged victor in Sunday's High Council of State election, securing 59 votes and leaving his closest rivals in the dust. The outcome is being closely watched by regional powers, with analysts predicting that Takala's ascension to the HCS headship will have significant implications for Libya's already fragile transition.

politics•2/10/2026