The Government of National Unity (GNU) says it has taken practical steps towards establishing a holding company specialising in the aviation sector, as part of a broader plan to revive transport services. The announcement followed a meeting between the transport minister and the prime minister’s financial adviser, Mohamed Al-Shahoubi, with senior Libyan officials and executives from US aircraft manufacturer Boeing. According to the government, discussions focused on assessing the Libyan aviation market, identifying technical and operational requirements for launching the company, and outlining legal steps for its formal registration. The meeting also addressed the size of the future fleet, training programmes for Libyan personnel, and potential areas of cooperation with Boeing to support the project. Officials said the initiative is being pursued alongside ongoing efforts by the Ministry of Transport to upgrade airports nationwide, with the aim of improving service quality, boosting efficiency in the aviation sector, and supporting economic diversification.

Social media platforms circulated leaked footage on Tuesday from a private clinic known as “Tulip” in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, showing a child’s body preserved in a freezer and human remains inside a freezer. The circulating footage sparked widespread anger and outrage among the public. Shared images also showed the clinic being cordoned off and temporarily closed after security forces raided the facility following the spread of the videos. According to the statement, the body shown in the videos belonged to a newborn who died during childbirth to a mother of African nationality, and the child’s father refused to collect the body after being officially informed of the death. The clinic also explained that the other human remains belonged to medically justified amputations carried out for legitimate health reasons, such as gangrene or accidents.

A Libyan commercial vessel heading to the Iron and Steel Port in Misrata rescued the crew of a ship flying the Cameroonian and Tanzanian flags after their vessel sank at sea due to adverse weather conditions and rough seas. A Libyan official stated that the distressed ship lost its ability to cope with the turbulent sea, prompting its captain to order the evacuation of the crew to ensure their safety before sending out a distress call. The call was received by the Libyan vessel, which was passing through the area at the time. All crew members were safely transported to the Iron and Steel Port in Misrata, with no casualties reported. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

A high-ranking Libyan official has reaffirmed the deep economic ties between Libya and Türkiye, describing the latter as a crucial strategic partner. Infrastructure and Trade ExpansionSpeaking at the Libya Energy and Economic Summit, Al-Manea noted that Turkish companies have both renewed existing contracts and secured new agreements for critical infrastructure work, including airports and roads. The partnership underscores Türkiye's growing economic diplomacy and its commitment to fostering stability and development in neighboring regions. "We are proud of our cooperation with Türkiye," Al-Manea stated, highlighting the daily implementation of projects by Turkish contractors. This evolving partnership not only brings economic benefits to both nations but also reinforces Türkiye's strategic influence in the North African and Mediterranean geopolitical landscape.

(Photo via X/@aBayraktar1)Libya’s Strategic Projects Board chairman said Türkiye remains a key strategic trade and economic partner for Libya, highlighting cooperation across infrastructure, energy and development sectors. Speaking to Anadolu Agency (AA) on the sidelines of the Libya Economy and Energy Summit, Mustafa al-Mani said Libya’s Government of National Unity is working to expand trade volume with Türkiye. “We have partnerships with Türkiye in development and infrastructure projects.”He said many Turkish companies have renewed previous contracts and signed new ones for infrastructure projects, including airports, roads and other developments. “Türkiye has been and will continue to be a strategic economic and trade partner for the Libyan state,” al-Mani said. He said the meeting focused on strengthening economic partnerships and addressing issues unresolved for nearly two decades.

Boulos is the US President’s Advisor for Africa, Arab Affairs, and the Middle East. They discussed several current issues in the Arab world. The Libyan crisis was a top priority. Views were exchanged on key current issues. These issues concern the Arab world and the African continent.

At this stage, the UN Mission seeks to capitalize on U.S. pressure on Libyan actors to achieve progress. Aware of this divergence, Libyan actors have sought a selective separation between the American and UN roles – a dynamic reflected in their differentiated responses to each track. The current momentum of the settlement process is split between two actors, each favoring a contradictory approach. A direct exit from this predicament may not be feasible from within the settlement process itself. Further progress in the settlement process is likely to be contingent upon a set of converging pressure factors.

The Harouge Oil Operations Company has brought a new oil well into production at the Amal field, with output estimated at about 1,800 barrels a day, according to the National Oil Corporation (NOC). The well, known as B-120, was commissioned after drilling and connection work was completed at a depth of more than 10,200 feet. Mohammed Jaballah, chairman of Harouge’s management committee, said the development marked a key step in efforts to raise production levels and reflected the company’s commitment to the NOC’s plans to boost and sustain output. The NOC’s board thanked Harouge and its workforce for delivering the project, reaffirming support for national expertise as part of broader efforts to strengthen the oil sector and the wider economy. Harouge Oil Operations Company is a subsidiary of Libya’s National Oil Corporation.

The Presidential Council (PC) head Mohamed Menfi has met a delegation from Germany in Tripoli, led by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. According to a statement on the PC’sFacebook account, the German minister conveyed the greetings of Chancellor Friedrich Merz and underlined Berlin’s interest in strengthening cooperation and partnership with Libya across a range of sectors. Menfi praised what he described as Germany’s pivotal diplomatic role in supporting the Libyan political process, stressing continued efforts to boost international cooperation and coordination to achieve lasting stability across the country. The German official welcomed progress in the national reconciliation process led by Menfi, describing the adoption of the National Reconciliation Charter as a key step towards national unity and social cohesion. The meeting, attended by Germany’s ambassador to Libya, Ralf Tarraf, also reviewed political, economic and security developments, and discussed irregular migration and human rights issues.

The most immediate indictment of the Tunis meeting came from Tripoli. Central to the Tunis discussions was the UN’s “Structured Dialogue,” a framework intended to bridge the gap between rival administrations in Tripoli and Benghazi. However, as the delegates in Tunis discussed governance tracks and human rights, they appeared to ignore the “judicial divorce” currently tearing through Libya’s foundations. Libya today stands at a crossroads between a “life of honor and sovereignty” or a future of “subordination and tutelage”. Stability in Libya will not be found in a unified budget or a synchronized electoral calendar dictated from Tunis or New York.

The Libya Africa Investment Portfolio and the National Oil Corporation held talks with a delegation from the Saudi company Ajyal for Petroleum and Energy to discuss the possibility of Ajyal contributing to the Zuwara oil refinery project, reviewing boosting local refining capacity and creating added value for Libya’s energy sector. According to a statement by the Portfolio, the Chairman of the National Oil Corporation, Massoud Suleiman, expressed his full support for the initiative and emphasized the Corporation’s commitment to ensuring the success of partnerships that help develop the oil and gas sector. Ajyal is considered one of Saudi Arabia’s leading companies in the development of integrated energy projects, operating across the full value chain from exploration and production to oilfield services and advanced technological solutions.

Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, on Tuesday received a package of national periodic human rights reports from Minister of Justice Halima Ibrahim, some of which had been delayed for more than two decades. The reports cover long-overdue issues, including some pending for 20 years and others delayed 10 to 12 years, such as the prevention of torture, the rights of persons with disabilities, and civil and political rights. They were prepared through a national mechanism, the first of its kind, with technical support from the United Nations. Dbeibah emphasized that his government places human rights as a top priority, describing the submission of the reports as a strategic step that demonstrates institutional discipline and enhances Libya’s international standing on human rights.

The decision was adopted by a majority of the Pre-Trial Chamber judges, with one of the three judges issuing a dissenting opinion. The Assembly of States Parties is scheduled to discuss the matter at its next meeting in December 2026, ANSA reported. The Court explained that Italy failed to comply with its international obligations under the Rome Statute after it refrained from proceeding with Najim’s arrest and surrender. In its response to the Court, the Italian government stated in an official document sent on October 31 that it intends to review the rules governing cooperation with the International Criminal Court in order to prevent a recurrence of what it described as procedural shortcomings that accompanied the Osama Njeem case. Italian authorities had released Osama Njeem after his arrest on January 19, despite the issuance of an arrest warrant against him by the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

The High National Electoral Commission (HNEC) says it has received a decision from the House of Representatives (HoR) approving a budget to cover the costs of upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Commission said Decision No. 3 of 2026 allocates 210 million Libyan dinars for the organisation of the polls, to be conducted under the supervision of the Presidency of the House of Representatives. HNEC welcomed the move, describing it as a “practical and serious step” that reflects the legislature’s commitment to supporting the democratic process. The Commission added that it is fully prepared to begin the technical and logistical preparations required for the elections, in line with existing legislation and international professional standards, with the aim of strengthening public confidence in the electoral process.

The head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Tetteh, has briefed ambassadors from 11 countries on Libya’s political landscape and economic challenges. Attending were ambassadors from Sweden, Finland, Ukraine, Argentina, Brazil, Poland, Belgium, Japan, Portugal, and the Czech Republic. UNSMIL said Tetteh updated the diplomats on progress in the UN-led political roadmap and structured dialogue tracks, emphasizing the urgent need for international support to advance the process. She also highlighted the growing economic pressures and the political and security risks of continued stagnation. The UN mission said these meetings are part of its mandate to facilitate a comprehensive Libyan-led political process and foster international consensus for stability, unity, and democratic governance.