News Libya: Libya: Eastern Authorities Carry Out Wave of Executions
The Libyan Arab Armed Forces (LAAF), which controls eastern and southern Libya, has executed at least 31 people since late August 2026 following grossly unfair military trials.
News Libya: Libya's central bank governor warns of mounting pressure without unified government
Central Bank of Libya (CBL) Governor, Naji Issa, has warned that failure to reach a political settlement leading to the formation of a unified government would leave the bank under significant pressure, amid a continued decline in the value of the Libyan dinar, with the US dollar reaching 10.18 dinars on the parallel market on Saturday.
News Libya: Libya’s central bank disputes NOC figures, insists oil revenues reached $361 million in early October
The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) has stood by its figures on oil revenues actually deposited into its accounts, saying they totaled $361 million between October 1 and 14, while welcoming independent audits by relevant authorities, including the Attorney General’s Office, to verify oil revenue records and procedures.
News Libya: EU allocates €25 million to expand migration cooperation with eastern Libya
The European Union has signed an agreement to provide an additional €25 million ($29 million) in funding to expand cooperation on combating irregular migration to eastern Libya, Reuters reported Tuesday. Reuters said it had reviewed a letter sent by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to EU leaders outlining the initiative.
News Libya: Libya, Somalia sign industrial and trade cooperation deal
Libya and Somalia have signed an agreement to strengthen industrial and trade cooperation, expand investment opportunities and facilitate the exchange of goods. The agreement was signed during a visit to Somalia by Mustafa al-Sumu, undersecretary-general at Libya’s Ministry of Industry and Minerals.
News Libya: Libya, Palestine agree to strengthen bilateral ties
Libya and Palestine have agreed to establish a joint cooperation committee, activate a political consultation memorandum and appoint a non-resident Libyan ambassador to Palestine following talks in Tripoli on Monday. Libya’s Foreign Minister, Taher al-Baour, met Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Varsen Aghabekian Shahin and her accompanying delegation to discuss political and humanitarian developments in the occupied Palestinian territories.
News Libya: Libya hosts African meeting on UN Security Council reform
The 14th ministerial meeting of the African Committee of Ten (C-10) on UN Security Council reform opened here on Sunday, with participants discussing ways to strengthen Africa's representation in the ...
News Libya: Libya participates in International Justice Summit in Turkey
Libya’s Minister of Justice in the Government of National Unity, Halima Ibrahim, participated in the International Justice Summit held in Istanbul, Turkey, on October 8–9, 2026, under the theme “The Future of International Justice: A Shared Responsibility for Humanity.” Ibrahim attended the summit following a decision and directives issued by the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity.
News Libya: Libya discusses economic cooperation with Expertise France
Economy and Trade Minister Souhail Abu Sheiha has discussed economic development, investment and private sector support with Séverine Peters, Expertise France’s regional director for Libya and Tunisia. The meeting reviewed ongoing programmes, including EU4Skills and INVEST4Libya, and progress made under the projects. The two sides also discussed arrangements for the next steering committee meeting and further cooperation to improve the investment climate and diversify Libya’s economy.
News Libya: Libya, China discuss mutual visa exemption deal
Libya and China have discussed finalising a memorandum of understanding on mutual visa exemptions for their citizens, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The issue was discussed at a meeting on Wednesday between Ashraf Mohammed al-Taib, director of international cooperation at Libya’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Chinese ambassador Ma Xuliang.
News Libya: Libya discusses with Boeing steps to launch new airline
Head of the Executive Team for Prime Minister’s Initiatives and Strategic Projects, Mustafa Al-Mana, has discussed with Boeing officials the progress of the project to launch a new Libyan airline and the status of the partnership between the two sides. The meeting addressed the progress made so far in establishing the company, as well as developments regarding the aircraft fleet, technical support, operations, training, feasibility study indicators, the financing model, and the project's commercial and operational aspects.
News Libya: Libya, Turkey discuss preparations for African-Turkish summit
Libya’s Foreign Minister, Taher Al-Baour, has discussed preparations for Tripoli to host the fourth African-Turkish Summit with Turkish Ambassador to Libya Güven Begeç. The meeting on Monday also covered bilateral relations between Libya and Turkey and ways to strengthen cooperation in areas of mutual interest, according to the Foreign Ministry.
News Libya: Libya signs African Union Niamey Convention on cross-border cooperation
Libya has signed the African Union Convention on Cross-Border Cooperation, known as the Niamey Convention, at the AU headquarters in Ethiopia. Mohamed Al-Harari, chairman of Libya’s Land and Maritime Borders Committee, signed the agreement in Addis Ababa as part of efforts to strengthen Libya’s engagement with African Union institutions. The Libyan delegation also held talks with the African Union Border Programme on cooperation with Libyan authorities responsible for border management.
News Libya: Chinese ambassador to Libya says Beijing looks to strengthen strategic partnership
The Chinese Embassy in Libya held an official reception in Tripoli to mark the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, China’s National Day, with senior officials from the Government of National Unity in attendance, led by the Minister of State for Prime Minister and Cabinet Affairs, alongside a number of officials and business leaders.
News Libya: Sharara Field Shutdown Cuts Libya Output After Armed Group Closes Valve
Sharara field shutdown cuts output at Libya's biggest field by 200,000 barrels a day after an armed group closed a pipeline valve on 21 September 2026.
News Libya: Amnesty International calls for immediate halt to executions in eastern Libya
Amnesty International has called on Haftar’s forces to immediately halt all executions in eastern Libya and overturn what it described as unjust military sentences. Amnesty International said Haftar’s forces had arbitrarily executed at least 30 people between August 23 and September 9, 2026, following secret and unfair military trials marred by confessions extracted under torture. It added that at least 50 men sentenced to death at Garnada Military Prison face an imminent risk of execution.
News Libya: Military leaders from eastern and western Libya agree on four-track joint action plan
Military leaders from eastern and western Libya concluded their first joint meeting in Sirte on Wednesday, with the chiefs of staff of the air force, navy and air defense agreeing on a four-track joint action plan covering joint exercises, armament cooperation, logistics, and military training and education. The meeting is part of efforts to advance the unification of Libya’s military institution, strengthen state sovereignty and safeguard the country’s resources.
News Libya: Libya’s Food Security Is Becoming a Global Trade Question
An 83% surge in grain imports highlights how heavily Libya depends on global supply chains, with international producers, traders, shippers, and importers playing an increasingly important role in ...
