The Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli welcomed approximately 250 Indonesian citizens living in Libya to a warm Halal Bihalal gathering on Sunday, marking the post-Ramadan tradition of mutual forgiveness and celebration. The event brought together members of the Indonesian community from Tripoli and surrounding areas, along with the full staff of the embassy. In his address, the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli underscored the critical importance of preserving unity and mutual support among Indonesians living overseas. He described the Halal Bihalal as a meaningful platform for participants to seek and offer forgiveness, share joy, and reaffirm the values of kinship and community. Through the event, the Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli aims to sustain strong, harmonious ties between its diplomatic mission and the Indonesian diaspora in Libya, while empowering community members to act as effective cultural ambassadors for the nation.

Libya's $210m investment in The Michelangelo Hotel and other properties in Sandton has yielded nothing for its people over two decades, due to mismanagement and ongoing legal battles. More than $210-million in real estate investments by the Libyan government in Johannesburg's "richest square mile" have provided no visible returns for the Libyan people in more than two decades, according to The Sentry, a US-based investigative NGO. The flagship of the state-owned Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) in SA is the plush Michelangelo Hotel in Sandton, which was the anchor hotel of the 2010 World Cup and "jewel of the LIA's South African real estate portfolio". But it has been closed since 2020, largely over legal disputes between an LIA subsidiary, Ensemble, and its SA partner, Legacy Hotels, says The Sentry in a report released today (Tuesday, 24 March): The Libyan Investment Authority's Not-So Frozen Billions: Mismanagement, Competition, and Corruption. The Sentry largely blames corruption and incompetence, while in South Africa and elsewhere, the LIA has mainly blamed international sanctions, which were imposed by the United Nations and others in...

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The Sabratha offshore platform has dismissed reports circulating on social media about an alleged evacuation linked to a stranded Russian gas tanker near the Libyan coast. In an official statement, the platform confirmed that all staff remain on site and continue their work as usual, noting that no evacuation orders have been issued by the relevant authorities. It further described the circulating information as false, calling on the public to verify sources and avoid spreading misleading news that could cause unnecessary concern, particularly among workers’ families.

A gathering of Libyan army officers was held on Sunday at the Air Defense College in Misrata, following an invitation by Deputy Minister of Defense Abdul Salam Al-Zoubi on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. The meeting highlighted the cohesion of the military institution and its central role in maintaining the unity of the army. Participants stressed that true state strength depends on a unified and organized military capable of ensuring stability and protecting national institutions. In his remarks, Al-Zoubi emphasized the need for greater discipline and seriousness in the coming phase, praising the continued dedication of officers. He reaffirmed that building a secure and stable state requires a strong, cohesive army able to fulfill its national responsibilities with efficiency.

An engineer at El Feel oil field reported that the field has remained shut down for the fifth consecutive day following a fire that broke out in an export pipeline linked to the Sharara field. The engineer stated that the closure of El Feel was decided by the National Oil Corporation to prioritize transporting Sharara’s production through the El Feel and Hamada pipelines, given that Sharara accounts for the largest share of Libya’s oil output. The firefighting operation took three days to bring the blaze under control. El Feel produces around 90,000 barrels per day, while Sharara produces over 320,000 barrels per day, representing roughly one-third of Libya’s total oil production. Earlier, the National Oil Corporation confirmed that part of Sharara’s output had been gradually rerouted through the El Feel pipeline to Mellitah port, while another portion was redirected via the 18-inch Hamada pipeline to Zawiya storage tanks, significantly reducing losses.

Moroccan authorities reportedly refused on Sunday to allow a private plane carrying Libya’s senior national football team to land after entering Moroccan airspace from Tripoli, without providing an explanation, according to the Dubai Winwin website. The Libyan team had planned to hold a training camp in Morocco during the international break, ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, including two friendly matches against Niger and Liberia. Sources said Moroccan officials asked the Libyan side to reschedule the landing, and a new departure was agreed for Monday, with the plane expected to arrive in the evening. No official statements have yet been issued by either the Libyan or Moroccan authorities regarding the incident.

The Municipality of Zuwara said the stricken Russian vessel “Arctic Metagaz” is currently heading northwest, about 65 kilometres away from the coast, according to the latest updates from the operations room. In a statement on Sunday, the municipality said it is closely monitoring developments in real time in continuous coordination with the relevant authorities, as part of efforts to ensure public safety and prevent any potential risks. The municipality reassured residents that the concerned authorities are making every effort to deal with the incident, pledging to provide updates as they emerge and urging the public to rely on official sources for accurate information. The Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker Arctic Metagaz was severely damaged earlier in March after what Moscow described as a Ukrainian drone attack in the central Mediterranean, although Kyiv has not commented on the claim. The vessel, which had been sailing from the Arctic port of Murmansk, was left unmanned after its crew were evacuated and has since drifted for weeks between Malta and Libya.

"International experts are arriving to deal with a damaged Russian tanker off the Libyan coast," the Libyan National Oil Corporation (NOC) reports. "The emergency contract was concluded in response to the situation with a Russian oil tanker recently damaged off the Libyan coast, which made it impossible to control," the NOC reports. And the gas carrier has a Jupiter oil tanker all the time, which is under the control of the Russian Sovcomflot and was returning from the Middle East. After the statements of the Libyan state-owned company, the tanker moved closer to the shore and is located 35 miles from the shore. Although earlier, on Friday, he was between a gas carrier and oil platforms more than 70 miles from the coast.

Libya's main military forces, both east and west, are simultaneously relaunching the narrative of unity and the centrality of the armed forces on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, the holiday marking the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, in a context of persistent institutional fragmentation. The eastern leader also called for a "comprehensive review" of Libya's current situation, indicating the need for a new political balance. The two messages, though coming from opposing poles, converge on the same narrative: strengthening the internal cohesion of the armed forces as a necessary condition for the country's stability. The two initiatives also reflect dynamics of military leadership consolidation within their respective camps, in a context where the size of the armed forces remains closely intertwined with political balances. Read also other news on Nova NewsClick here and receive updates on WhatsAppFollow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram

Libya's National Oil Corporation said on Saturday that it had contracted a specialist company ​to handle a damaged Russian tanker carrying LNG that ‌is drifting towards the Libyan coast. The Arctic Metagaz would be towed to a Libyan port, NOC said in a statement, adding that the ​country's oil facilities were not at risk of ​pollution. The vessel, carrying LNG from ​the Arctic port of Murmansk, has been unmanned since early March, when ‌Russia's ⁠Transport Ministry said it was hit by Ukrainian naval drones. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Rome – Pope Leo XIV of the Vatican announced his deep concern on Sunday. The Pope renewed his call for dialogue. He urged efforts to end existing conflicts. In his view, these are a “scandal for the human family.” They reflect the immense suffering of civilians. The Vatican Pope called for intensified efforts.

Tripoli – The Libyan national football team will begin an external training camp. The camp starts tomorrow, Sunday, in Morocco. They will play two friendly matches during this period. Cissé has called up several professional players for the national team. These players will join the camp and the friendly matches.

Benghazi – Though house sparrows remain widespread in Libya, their declining presence in modern cities is concerning. However, their decline in urban areas clearly indicates growing ecological imbalances. The reduction in their numbers in cities reflects increasing environmental challenges. Green spaces within cities are also declining. It will also improve the quality of life in Libyan cities.

Rome – Several earthquakes struck Italian islands in the Mediterranean Sea early today. Another 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck a nearby area three minutes later. The Italian news agency ANSA stated the 4.3 magnitude tremor was felt. Residents of Palermo, Sicily, felt it. Several weaker tremors occurred afterward.