Benghazi – Desert security patrols seized three vehicles. The seizure occurred during a security operation. The agency’s Security Information Office issued a statement. The agency’s presidency stated this operation is part of ongoing efforts. The agency’s presidency reaffirmed its commitment.

The event was jointly organized by Naif Arab University for Security Sciences and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) as part of international and regional efforts to confront the growing threats associated with the spread of synthetic drugs and the expansion of trafficking networks. In her opening remarks, Richardson said drug trafficking is no longer a criminal issue confined within national borders, but has become a direct threat to global peace, security, and development. She explained that organized crime networks in the region and beyond increasingly intersect with other illicit economies, exploiting fragile environments and fueling corruption and instability. Richardson stressed that addressing this phenomenon requires stronger regional cooperation and intensified data sharing, alongside enhanced prevention efforts, which she described as essential components in protecting communities and strengthening their resilience against organized crime. Synthetic drug markets have expanded significantly in several parts of the world in recent years, as criminal networks develop new production and distribution methods, prompting international and regional institutions to intensify coordination to combat the phenomenon and mitigate its security and social impacts.

The Tunisian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed Ali Nafti, has received a written message from the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs in Libya’s Government of National Unity, Al-Taher Al-Baour. The message was delivered by Libya’s ambassador to Tunisia, Mustafa bin Gdara, according to a statement by the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Tunisian Foreign Ministry said Nafti reaffirmed Tunisia’s commitment to supporting Libya’s security, stability, and unity, within the framework of a comprehensive Libyan-Libyan dialogue that would lead to the establishment of a unified state and stable institutions that preserve the resources of the Libyan people. The Libyan ambassador praised Tunisia’s support for Libya’s unity and stability, commending its sincere efforts to assist the Libyan people and safeguard their national resources. He also expressed Libya’s readiness to further develop bilateral cooperation across various vital sectors.

A boat carrying 67 migrants of different nationalities has been intercepted off the coast of Tobruk in eastern Libya, according to a local humanitarian organisation. The Al-Abireen Foundation for Migrant Assistance and Humanitarian Services said the operation took place on Monday morning and was carried out by the Tobruk branch of the General Administration for Coastal Security. The migrants were brought ashore at a designated disembarkation point at the Tobruk naval base, the foundation said. Emergency assistance was provided by the local branch of the Libyan Red Crescent before the migrants were transferred to a shelter centre in the Bab Al-Zeitoun area of Tobruk.

A handover ceremony has taken place for the leadership of the Municipality of Tajoura, east of Tripoli. The Ministry of Local Government said the transfer of duties was conducted between the former mayor, Khaled Al-Azraq, and the recently elected mayor, Abdel Fattah Al-Turki. The ceremony was attended by members of the newly elected municipal council, several municipal department directors, and a handover committee appointed by the ministry. Official documents were signed transferring powers and responsibilities to the new mayor in line with relevant laws and regulations. Al-Turki thanked the previous council for its efforts during the past period and said he would work to improve municipal services and continue development projects aimed at meeting the needs of Tajoura residents.

Human Rights WatchLibyan authorities should urgently surrender Osama Elmasry Njeem to the International Criminal Court (ICC), where he is wanted for serious crimes, Human Rights Watch said today. Seven other Libyans remain fugitives of the ICC, and Libyan authorities are obligated to arrest and surrender those who are in Libya to the Hague. "Those responsible for grave abuses in Libya have long been allowed to evade accountability," said Hanan Salah, associate Middle East and North Africa director at Human Rights Watch. Although Libya is not an ICC member, it is legally required to cooperate under the terms of the 2011 United Nations Security Council resolution referring the situation in Libya to the ICC prosecutor. They should make clear they back the ICC's mandate in Libya, including by enforcing judicial findings of noncooperation, said Human Rights Watch.

AI Displaces Stolen Credentials as Top Identity ConcernNew report highlights a shift toward industrial-scale automation as generative and agentic AI become primary threats to enterprise security. Generative AI and agentic AI have officially overtaken stolen credentials as the leading identity security concern for global organizations, according to a new industry report. The State of Passwordless Identity Assurance report, released Tuesday, indicates a significant shift in the threat landscape. "We must move past point-in-time security and make identity verification a permanent part of how we manage every employee, from onboarding to offboarding." Following a compromise, 61% of those companies prioritize the immediate deployment of identity verification and 57% focus on multi-factor authentication.

The Supervisory and Follow-up Committee for Production Capacity Increase Projects at the National Oil Corporation held a meeting on Sunday with representatives from Waha Oil Company and Zallaf for the Exploration, Production and Refining of Oil and Gas, as part of its ongoing efforts to evaluate the performance of oil companies. During the meeting, the two companies presented a set of targeted plans and programs within the framework of the corporation’s strategy aimed at supporting, sustaining, and increasing oil production. Participants also emphasized the importance of joint coordination and mobilizing all available resources to achieve a significant improvement in production rates and advance the development of oil fields.

The Ministry of Education of the Government of National Unity has signed an agreement with the Italian company Rotolito to print and supply school books ahead of the 2026–2027 academic year. Under the agreement, a total of 37,093,455 copies of school books across 251 titles for various educational levels will be printed, along with 200,495,905 school booklets, ensuring full coverage for educational institutions across the country, according to the Our Government platform. During the signing ceremony, newly appointed Minister of Education Mohammed Al-Qurayou stressed the importance of completing the project to the highest quality standards and on schedule, ensuring that all school books reach students at the start of the academic year.

Beirut – Israeli raids targeted areas in southern Lebanon. Israeli warplanes raided a residential building in Bureiqa. These towns are in southern Lebanon. Israeli warplanes also launched raids. Yesterday, Monday, Israeli raids struck southern Lebanon.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis attend a joint press conference at the chancellery in Berlin. (EPA Images pic)BERLIN : German Chancellor Friedrich Merz voiced concern Tuesday that the US and Israel appear to have “no common plan” for bringing the war against Iran “to a swift and convincing end”. “The US and Israel have been waging war against Iran for over a week. We share many of the goals, but with each day of the war, more questions arise,” Merz said. “We are particularly concerned that there is apparently no common plan for how this war can be brought to a swift and convincing end.”Speaking at a Berlin press conference alongside Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis, Merz warned that “Germany and Europe have no interest in an endless war”.

The Interior Ministry said on Monday that two bodies had been recovered from a mass grave discovered in Abu Salim area of the capital, Tripoli. The ministry said the site was located after authorities received information about the possible presence of human remains. The ministry stressed that search operations were still ongoing as investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the case and identify the bodies. On Sunday, the Security Directorates Support Apparatus said two of the bodies belonged to people it said were killed by members formerly affiliated with the Stability Support Apparatus in Abu Salim. In recent months, the Interior Ministry has announced the discovery of dozens of bodies it says belonged to people killed by members of the Stability Support Apparatus, which was previously led by Abdulghani al-Kikli.

Absence of active European roleIn this context, he questioned the reasons for the absence of an active European role in addressing the Libyan crisis, despite the fact that stability in Libya is a direct interest for Europe, linked to Mediterranean security, energy, trade, and migration. Call for a unified European policyHe pointed out that the European Union, with its system of values ​​based on democracy, transparency, and human rights, may be the most reliable partner in supporting stability in Libya. He called for a unified and clear European policy, far removed from unilateral initiatives that may be issued by some European countries outside the framework of the Union’s common foreign policy. Call for a unified Arab roleHe also stressed that this principle should extend to the Arab role, warning against the unilateral interventions of some Arab countries that have contributed to complicating the Libyan situation. He emphasized the necessity for the Arab vision towards Libya to be formulated collectively through the Gulf Cooperation Council and the League of Arab States.

Tripoli – Several densely populated areas are active in Tripoli. They provide daily Iftar meals to those fasting. They also distribute Ramadan baskets to needy families. Charitable people contribute to preparing Iftar meals. She added that about 100 diverse Iftar meals are prepared daily.

The head of the Audit Bureau, Khaled Shakshak, met Malta’s ambassador to Libya, Franklin Aquilina, at the bureau’s headquarters to discuss strengthening communication and institutional cooperation between the two sides. According to a statement, the meeting focused on ways to develop cooperation mechanisms between the Libyan Audit Bureau and its Maltese counterpart, including the exchange of expertise in financial oversight. The two sides also discussed efforts to promote transparency and good governance through technical and professional cooperation in auditing and monitoring practices. During the meeting, the importance of supporting the work of Libya’s High Committee for Combating Corruption was also highlighted, along with the need to unify national and international efforts in this area to enhance institutional efficiency and serve the public interest. Both sides agreed to designate a joint point of contact to begin practical steps towards cooperation, including direct coordination with Malta’s oversight bodies, particularly the Maltese National Audit Office, with the aim of exchanging expertise and building professional partnerships to strengthen oversight performance.