Saif al-Islam Gadhafi, son of Libyan leader Moamer Gadhafi, gestures as he speaks during a meeting with different social organizations in the capital Tripoli in July 2008.

Libya has been shaken by the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the most prominent son of former leader Muammar Gaddafi. Authorities say forensic teams confirmed he died from gunshot wounds after masked attackers stormed his home in Zintan. Once viewed as his father’s successor, Saif al-Islam was later accused of war crimes and sentenced to death in absentia. His re-entry into politics reignited deep divisions. Investigators are now searching for suspects as Libya faces renewed fears of instability and revenge killings.#Libya #Gaddafi #BreakingNews #SaifAlIslam #MiddleEast #Assassination #LibyanPolitics #ICC #WarCrimes #GlobalNews

According to state-broadcaster PTV, the delegation comprised Libyan Prime Minister Dr Osama Saad Hamad, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar, and Deputy Commander-in-Chief Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar. A high-level Libyan delegation called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at Prime Minister’s House, today. During the meeting, the prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering friendly relations with Libya and emphasised the importance of continued engagement and dialogue. Dr. Osama Saad Hamad, Prime Minister of the Libyan Government and Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Earlier, upon arrival at Noor Khan Airbase, Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar was received by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi had been considered the number two leader in Libya before the 2011 death of his father, Muammar Gaddafi. Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the longtime former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed in Libya. Gaddafi never had an official position in Libya, but was considered to be his father’s number two from 2000 until 2011, when Muammar Gaddafi was killed by Libyan opposition forces that ended his decades-long rule. Gaddafi was captured and imprisoned in Zintan in 2011 after attempting to flee the North African country following the opposition’s takeover of Tripoli. He was also wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity committed in Libya in 2011.

Libya plans to boost its natural gas production in the next five years to have more supply available for export to Europe by early 2030, National Oil Corporation Chairman Massoud Suleman said on Tuesday. Libya has 80 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, split between conventional and unconventional resources, he added. The country is currently exporting a negligible volume of natural gas via the Greenstream pipeline, Suleman said. Libya also plans to announce the winners of its latest bid round on February 11, he added. NOC will also announce another bid round this year, Suleman said, adding there may be bid rounds for unconventional resources or marginal fields.

Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, accompanied by his deputy, Colonel General Saddam Haftar, arrived in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan today following a formal invitation. Upon their arrival, they were received by the Chief of Army Staff of the Pakistan Army, General Asim Munir, alongside several senior military officials during a high-level official reception ceremony. During the meeting, General Munir expressed his great pleasure in welcoming the Commander-in-Chief to his “second home,” Pakistan, conveying the greetings of the Pakistani people and their recognition of Field Marshal Haftar’s local and international standing. In response, the Commander-in-Chief expressed his gratitude for the warm hospitality and distinguished welcome, noting that such a reception reflects the profound ties between the leadership and the peoples of both countries. He further emphasized his commitment to enhancing bilateral bonds and establishing a wide-reaching partnership across various sectors.

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Defence Staff (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Libya, the military’s media wing said. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Libyan Arab Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar, accompanied by Deputy Commander-in-Chief Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, called on Field Marshal Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ). The discussion underscored the importance of sustained engagement and collaboration between the armed forces of Pakistan and Libya, it added. Field Marshal Munir welcomed the Libyan delegation and reiterated Pakistan’s support for peace, stability and institutional development in Libya, the ISPR said. Earlier, upon his arrival at Noor Khan Airbase, Field Marshal Haftar was received by Field Marshal Munir.

Jeffrey Epstein sought to access frozen Libyan state assets through a network of former British and Israeli intelligence officials, according to documents released as part of a US Department of Justice investigation. The frozen assets amounted to about $80 billion, including $32.4 billion in the United States. In the correspondence, Epstein argued that Libya, rich in oil and well-educated people, represents a strategic opportunity for financial and legal investment. Frozen funds remain unreturnedLibya is struggling to recover the country's funds frozen in Western countries under UN Security Council Resolution 1973, passed in March 2011 as part of sanctions imposed on Muammar Gaddafi's regime during the uprising that toppled him. The documents do not indicate whether Epstein's plans to access the frozen assets progressed beyond preliminary discussions.

Saied’s remarks drew reactions among Tunisians on social media, with many focusing on his linking of insects to the floods. Some described the comments as unusual in the context of climate-related crises. The comments came as North Africa experienced unstable weather, with Tunisia, Libya, Morocco and Algeria raising alert levels and suspending classes in some areas. A fisherman secures his small fishing boat in La Goulette, near the capital Tunis, on January 20, 2026. It also forecast temporary thunderstorms, locally heavy in the north, with significant rainfall amounts, especially in the far northwest.

Energy data and intelligence firm TGS has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with North Africa Geophysical Company (NAGECO), a subsidiary of the Libya National Oil Corporation (NOC), marking an important step toward expanding multi-client data activities in Libya. The LOI establishes a framework that enables further multi-client collaboration with TGS, subject to final contractual arrangements and regulatory approvals. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing high-quality subsurface data and supporting Libya’s upstream development through modern, fit-for-purpose data and technology solutions. Our focus is on delivering trusted data quality, technology and expertise that supports informed decision-making and long-term value creation for Libya’s energy sector,” said David Hajovsky, Executive Vice President, Multi-Client at TGS. TGS has a long-standing track record of delivering multi-client data solutions globally, including seismic reprocessing and integrated subsurface intelligence.

Singapore – Gold continued its decline today, Monday. Spot gold fell 1.5 percent. US gold futures for February delivery rose 1.6 percent. Silver had recorded an unprecedented high of $121.64 on Thursday. Platinum had hit an unprecedented high of $2918.80 on January 26.

TGS, a global provider of energy data and intelligence, has today announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with North Africa Geophysical Company, (NAGECO),a subsidiary of the Libya National Oil Corporation (NOC), marking an important step toward expanding multi-client data activities in Libya. The LOI was signed during a formal ceremony attended by Mr Masoud Suleman, the Chairman of the National Oil Corporation, and MR Maged Elarbed, head of NAGECO. 'This Letter of Intent represents an important milestone in our engagement with Libya and the National Oil Corporation,' said David Hajovsky, Executive Vice President, Multi-Client at TGS. Our focus is on delivering trusted data quality, technology and expertise that supports informed decision-making and long-term value creation for Libya’s energy sector.' TGS has a long-standing track record of delivering multi-client data solutions globally, including seismic reprocessing and integrated subsurface intelligence.

China’s Stance on Libya’s Factions: Cautious and Calculated NeutralityAlthough China abstained from Resolution 1973, it was quick to criticize NATO airstrikes. At first, the NTC viewed Beijing warily amid accusations that China had sought to skirt the arms embargo to supply Gaddafi. However, through sustained diplomatic outreach after the war, China managed to repair relations with Libya’s post-Gaddafi leadership. Jalel Harchaoui argued that this preference is also motivated by economic concerns, (this reflects a broader tendency to view China’s Libya policy as “economy first” by default). His research interests include China-EU relations, the history of Sino-European relations, and Chinese foreign policy in the wider Mediterranean region.

Semifinalists in both the men’s and women’s singles will automatically secure their places at next month’s World Cup in Macao. President of ITTF Africa, Wahid Oshodi, praised the Libyan Table Tennis Federation for its commitment to staging the tournament. “The ITTF Africa Cup has become a strong reflection of the continent’s rising influence within the international table tennis landscape. “The ITTF Africa Cup provides an invaluable opportunity for our players and teams to sharpen their preparations, foster competitive excellence, and nurture the spirit of table tennis throughout the region,” he noted. “2026 marks 100 years since the founding of the ITTF and the first World Table Tennis Championships in 1926.

Now, Libya’s average oil production stands at around 1.4 million bpd, according to the National Oil Corporation (NOC), having steadily climbed back up after several years of stagnation. In January, Libya and Egypt signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the oil and gas sector. That said, the political situation remains fraught, with major implications for the oil and gas sector.”After years of stagnation, Libya is seeking foreign participation in its energy sector once again, aimed at expanding the country’s oil and gas production. This could bring in much-needed energy revenues over the coming years and support regional energy cooperation. However, operational success will depend heavily on whether Libya’s political stability is maintained.