Minister of Sports (GNU), Fouad Barghash, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Turkish side to enhance sports cooperation between the two countries. This took place during his participation in the 8th International Conference on Traditional Sports in Antalya. The Ministry of Sports stated that the signing of the memorandum followed a meeting between Minister Barghash and the President of the World Heritage Games Federation, Necmettin Bilal Erdoğan. The meeting addressed ways to strengthen joint cooperation and expand partnerships between sports institutions in both countries. It also focuses on a governmental vision based on openness to international experiences and building effective sport partnerships.

The Financial Crimes and Money Laundering Control Agency has revealed a complex cybercrime targeting a commercial bank. The scheme involved planting bogus accounts within the banking system and using them for illegal transfers exceeding 1.7 million Libyan dinars. The Agency explained that the individuals involved were identified, apprehended, and referred to the Attorney General. The agency confirmed that this incident constitutes a serious attack on the integrity of financial systems and falls under the category of sophisticated cybercrimes, which include fraud, unauthorized access to information systems, and manipulation of financial data. It emphasized its continued pursuit of the perpetrators and the implementation of deterrent measures.

The Head of the Presidential Council, Mohamed Menfi, has instructed the Chairman of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), Masoud Suleiman, not to enter into any new participation agreements, production-sharing contracts, or similar arrangements related to already developed (producing) oil fields at the present time. Menfi also requested that it be urgently provided with all procedures and the legal, technical, and economic background related to any previous agreements or contractual arrangements. The statement added that this step aims to strengthen the protection of the national economy and ensure the state achieves the best possible returns from its strategic oil resources. Earlier, Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah issued a decision to terminate the operations of Arknu Company by canceling the agreement signed between it and Gulf Company. He also addressed the justifications for contracting Arknu, noting that the NOC had previously claimed the company’s contracts met legal and technical requirements, and that they would contribute around $1 billion in financing to develop oil fields.

The Ministry of Interior has announced the deportation of a group of undocumented Moroccan migrants via Mitiga International Airport. This is in line with the national programme designed to address the issue of illegal immigration, after finalizing all due legal and humanitarian procedures, according to a Ministry statement posted on its Facebook page on Thursday. The Ministry reaffirmed the continuation of deportation operations as part of a comprehensive plan aimed at reducing the flow of migrants through Libyan territory, thus ensuring the preservation of security and stability within the country.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has referred Italy to the Assembly of States Parties over its failure to comply with court orders in the case of Osama Njeem, a former head of Libya’s judicial police, who is wanted on charges of crimes against humanity. The case dates back to November, when Njeem was arrested in Tripoli over allegations of torturing detainees, resulting in the death of one of them, according to the ICC. He was later detained in the Italian city of Turin under an ICC arrest warrant, before being released after just two days, the UK newspaper The Guardian reported. Italian authorities subsequently flew Njeem back to Tripoli on a military aircraft, a move that sparked widespread criticism over Rome’s adherence to its international legal obligations. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni defended the decision, saying Njeem posed a threat to Italy’s national security.

The Libyan-Italian Chamber of Commerce has taken part in an event titled “Olive Oil as a Mediterranean Bridge”, organised by the Italian embassy during the seventh Libya Food Expo in Tripoli. Officials and business representatives stressed the importance of strengthening economic ties between Libyan and Italian institutions and expanding partnerships across key sectors. The event focused on developing the olive oil industry, including improving quality standards and supporting supply chains, while also exploring investment opportunities in food industries. It featured panel discussions, presentations and tasting sessions, highlighting olive oil’s economic and cultural significance across the Mediterranean. The chamber said its participation reflects ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation and build stronger links between business communities in both countries.

US Senior Advisor for African Affairs, Massad Boulos, has called for Libya to adopt a unified 2026 budget to bolster financial stability and protect the dinar’s value and citizens’ purchasing power. His remarks came during a call with Belqasem Haftar, head of the so- called development and reconstruction fund, joined by US Chargé d’Affaires Jeremy Brendt. He also stressed the need to enable development projects nationwide and praised the Fund’s efforts, according to a post on X. Earlier this week, Belqasem Haftar rejected the outcome of US-sponsored economic talks held in Tunisia, saying they were “not binding”. He said participants Refaat Al-Abbar and Fakher Bouferna did not represent eastern and southern regions on key economic and development matters, adding that the process in its current form “obstructs the national development project.”

Youth Minister, Haitham Al-Zahaf, has held talks with officials to review preparations for this year’s youth summer programme. The meeting brought together the head of the Tripoli Development Authority and the director of the National Camping and Summer Resort Centre, focusing on final arrangements for a number of seaside facilities. According to the ministry, the resorts – located in Tajoura, Janzour (phase one), Mitiga and the Municipal Resort (phase two) – will be overseen by the national centre. The project is part of the government’s “Return to Life” initiative, launched by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, which aims to expand public leisure infrastructure through a wider programme of national development projects.

The claim comes after Russia accused Ukraine of attacking a Russian shadow fleet tanker, the Arctic Metagaz, off the coast of Libya on March 3. Ukraine has stationed hundreds of troops in Libya, RFI reported, citing "highly informed" Libyan sources. The Ukrainian military is also responsible for striking the Arctic Metagaz with naval drones, according to RFI. Libyan and Ukrainian troops also liaise with one another at the headquarters of the Libyan military's 111th Brigade, located en route to Tripoli Airport. Earlier, in December 2025, Kyiv struck a Russian tanker in the Mediterranean Sea for the first time.

The Egyptian Consul General visited Egyptian inmates at the Tripoli Main Correction and Rehabilitation Institution to review their conditions and provide legal and consular services in line with international agreements, according to the Ministry of Justice. The ministry said the visit was carried out under the directives of Justice Minister Halima Ibrahim, as part of efforts to facilitate consular access to nationals serving prison sentences in Libya and to check on their well-being. It added that enabling such visits reflects its commitment to ensuring proper treatment for all inmates and upholding human rights, in line with its responsibilities.

Khaled Shakshak, Chairman of the Audit Bureau, met with Zahid Mahmood, Director of the British Council, to discuss launching specialized English language training programs for the bureau’s staff. The talks focused on developing advanced training frameworks to enhance staff efficiency and professional skills, enabling them to access international references and keep up with global best practices in oversight work. The meeting also reviewed the outcomes of recent training programs implemented last week in cooperation with the UK National Audit Office in Tunisia, highlighting their role in improving participants’ skills and strengthening technical and training cooperation with British institutions.

More than 200 Ukrainian military and experts are stationed in western Libya, their arrival is coordinated with the Libyan government. As reported by RFI, the blow to the Russian gas carrier was inflicted by the Ukraine without a crew boat Magura V5. In addition, the Ukrainian military is based at the headquarters of the 111th brigade of the Libyan army, which is on the way to Tripoli airport. It is used for coordination meetings of Ukrainians and Libyan military. According to it, Ukrainian soldiers are training the Libyan military in the use of drones.

Liberia’s national Police Chief Gregory O. W. Coleman met Cherkaoui Habboub, head of Morocco’s Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), during an official visit aimed at building a formal cooperation framework on counterterrorism, forensics, and digital investigations. The meetings followed earlier exchanges with officials from Morocco’s national police (DGSN) and focused on aligning investigative practices and strengthening institutional ties. Participants said the cooperation could expand Liberia’s technical capacity through access to advanced forensic methods and equipment. The discussions also highlighted Morocco’s growing role in security cooperation across Africa, supported by its investment in investigative technologies and training programs. Officials said the developing partnership builds on shared security interests and institutional expertise, with plans for joint training and long-term coordination mechanisms.

The LPG carrier Jag Vasant, transporting liquefied petroleum gas, after passing through the Strait of Hormuz, is seen at the Mumbai Port in Mumbai, India on April 1, 2026. (AA Photo)The United Nations Security Council has postponed a vote on a draft resolution authorizing the use of “defensive” force to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions continue over disruptions in the strategic waterway. The 15-member council had been scheduled to vote Friday morning on the Bahrain-sponsored draft, but the vote was delayed after the official program was changed Thursday night. (AFP Photo)Iran warns against ‘provocative’ stepsIran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned against “any provocative action,” including moves at the Security Council, saying such steps would only complicate the situation. Security Council authorizations for the use of force are rare, with past examples including the 1990 resolution allowing a U.S.-led coalition to intervene in Iraq and the 2011 mandate for NATO’s intervention in Libya.

Tripoli – The GUN’s Minister of Labor and Rehabilitation, Ali Al-Abed, met with the Tunisian Minister of Social Affairs, Issam Al-Ahmar. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation. Participants reviewed mechanisms for regulating the presence of Tunisian workers in Libya. Both sides also discussed social security settlement procedures. It also enhances the exchange of social security benefits between the two sisterly countries.