NOC Chairman visits Sharara and Mellitah fields to review operations
Masoud Suleiman, Chairman of the National Oil Corporation, conducted a field visit to the Sharara and Mellitah oil fields to assess production activities and daily operations. During the visit, he met with field workers and listened to their working conditions and the challenges they face in maintaining steady production. He praised their dedication and resilience, especially under demanding conditions during the month of Ramadan, highlighting their key role in sustaining oil production and supporting the sector.
Source:Libya Observer
March 17, 2026 20:54 UTC
Ministers review status of Wadi Al-Mujinin dam
Minister of Water Resources Hosni Awaidan and Minister of Local Government Abdulshafi Al-Juwaifi reviewed the situation at Wadi Al-Mujinin Dam on Tuesday to assess its condition and current water levels. The ministers were briefed on the dam’s overall status, including data on water quantities and the measures in place to monitor the situation and respond to any potential developments. The Minister of Water Resources stressed that dams are a government priority due to their key role in managing water resources and reducing flood risks.
Source:Libya Observer
March 17, 2026 20:54 UTC
LPTIC Chairman tours Tripoli International Airport – emphasises need to accelerate pace of completion of telecoms work
Ali Ben Gharbia, the Chairman of Libya’s state telecoms holding company, LPTIC, conducted a field visit of Tripoli International Airport today, to follow up on the progress of work and learn about the latest developments in infrastructure and services development projects within the airport. He was accompanied by the heads of the boards of directors of telecommunications sector companies, along with a specialized technical delegationDuring the visit, a technical meeting was held that included the competent authorities at the airport, dedicated to following up on the details of the implementation and evaluating the current work stages. It was agreed to form a joint technical team from the telecommunications sector companies to carry out the work of completing the telecommunications system within the airport, with an emphasis on accelerating the pace of completion, in a way that contributes to supporting the airport’s readiness and improving its operational performance.During the visit, the LPTIC Chairman stressed that these steps come within the framework of the keenness to develop Tripoli International Airport and upgrade the level of technical and operational services, pointing out that strengthening the communications system and infrastructure is a key pillar to support work efficiency and improve the passenger experience, in preparation for the opening and reoperation of the airport.
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 16:37 UTC
Government Emergency Team holds meeting to review response to yesterday’s rainstorm – as one youth reported dead in Tajoura
The Minister of Local Government who doubles up as the Head of the Government Emergency and Rapid Response Team, Abdelshafi Al-Juwaifi, chaired an extraordinary meeting with members of the Government Emergency Team, including Minister of Health Mohamed Al-Ghouj, Minister of Water Resources Hosni Owaidan, Tripoli Security Director Major General Khalil Wahiba, and several other officials, to assess the effect and response to current heavy rainstorm and its impact. During the meeting, the team reviewed the situation on the ground in the areas most affected by the severe weather conditions and evaluated the speed, efficiency, and effectiveness of the response from relevant government teams and agencies. Al-Juwaifi instructed the Tripoli General Services Company to provide Tajoura Municipality with additional vehicles and water pumping equipment to expedite the drainage of water accumulations on public roads, ensuring the smooth flow of traffic and the safety of citizens. At the beginning of the meeting, the attendees offered their deepest condolences to the family of the young man who passed away because of the rainfall in the Tajoura area. Emergency bad weather holiday announced today in Greater Tripoli as western Libya was hit by a passing storm of strong winds and heavy rain – many roads flooded, drivers stranded
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 16:16 UTC
Court ruling cancels seizure order on Libyan Guest House in Geneva
The Government of National Unity has secured a court ruling canceling the seizure order on the Libyan Guest House in Geneva, Switzerland; three months after it had been confiscated under a Swiss judicial decision. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Monday that, “as part of coordination between the ministry and the State Litigation Department, the Government of National Unity achieved a legal victory by obtaining a court ruling against Jalouli Telecommunications Company, canceling the seizure order on the Libyan Guest House in Geneva.”The Ministry explained that the ruling came in the public interest after legal arguments convinced the court to overturn the seizure order. The court also ordered the Easy Media Jalouli Group to pay legal costs, in addition to paying 33,755 Swiss francs to the Libyan state as compensation for case expenses. It also stressed its commitment to protecting Libyan state assets abroad and defending them through diplomatic missions in cooperation with relevant authorities.
Source:Libya Observer
March 17, 2026 13:35 UTC
Launch of the first phase of maintenance for the Judicial Expertise Branch building in Sirt
Sirte – Maintenance and restoration work has begun in Sirte. This work targets the Judicial Expertise branch building. He is the director of the Ministry of Justice branch for Sirte and Jufra. This includes the Judicial Bodies Inspection Department branch in Sirte. The head of the Services Office initiated necessary procedures.
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 13:32 UTC
Libya wins court ruling against Jallouli Telecommunications, cancelling seizure order on its Geneva Libyan Guest House
Libya’s Tripoli based Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced yesterday that, within the framework of coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the State Litigation Department, the Tripoli government recorded a legal victory after succeeding in obtaining a court ruling against Jallouli Telecommunications, cancelling the seizure order on the Libyan Guest House in the Swiss city of Geneva. The ruling was issued in favour of the public interest after the submission of legal defences that convinced the court to rule against the seizure order. In addition, the court obliged the Jallouli Telecommunications – Easy Media Group to pay the legal costs of the case, as well as an amount of 33.755 Swiss francs to the State of Libya as compensation for case expenses. It will be recalled that the NOC had also been sucked into this dispute and is in the process of appealing in a separate case. NOC loses judgment in a case in which it is not a party, but to appeal in final court of appeal
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 13:05 UTC
Emergency bad weather holiday announced today in Greater Tripoli as western Libya was hit by a passing storm of strong winds and heavy rain – many roads flooded, drivers stranded
Bad weather with winds and a heavy rainstorm over northwestern Libya, including the Greater Tripoli area, has led to today being announced a public holiday by the Greater Tripoli Municipalities. Drivers in certain regular blackspots, including the Second Ring Road, were forced to abandon their vehicles. Several emergency services, police, army and municipal services, including the Libyan Red Crescent (Cross) literally pulled their sleeves and trousers up to either unblock drains or offer help to stranded citizens and drivers. Many national and local emergency committees announced meetings and the implementation of emergency plans. It also announced that it had to rescue several families and vehicle drivers across the capital throughout overnight operations.
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 13:05 UTC
Old buildings collapse in Tripoli amid heavy rain, no injuries reported
Sections of two old buildings collapsed on Suweihli Street and Al-Maari Street in Tripoli, with no injuries, authorities said. According to the Tripoli Security Directorate, part of a staircase inside one of the buildings on Suweihli Street gave way. Patrols from Bab Al-Bahr Police Station, together with emergency teams from Emergency Medicine and Support Service and the National Safety Authority Rescue Teams, were sent to the scene. In a separate incident, a balcony of another building on Al-Maari Street collapsed. The incidents coincided with heavy rainfall across the capital, which flooded several streets and prompted Tripoli municipality to declare a public holiday.
Source:Libya Observer
March 17, 2026 11:40 UTC
Libyan rights body backs UN push for political solution
The National Institution for Human Rights has voiced support for efforts by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya to reach a comprehensive political settlement in Libya. In a statement, the body said it supports attempts to end political deadlock and institutional divisions through a structured dialogue initiative launched by the UN mission. It said the process could help pave the way for elections by addressing public demands and creating suitable conditions. The organisation also expressed backing for efforts on human rights, transitional justice and national reconciliation within the dialogue framework, saying these could help resolve outstanding humanitarian issues. It called on regional and international actors to support UN-led efforts and avoid unilateral initiatives outside the mission’s framework.
Source:Libya Observer
March 17, 2026 10:45 UTC
Heavy rain floods streets in the city of Zawiya
Al-Zawiya – The city of Al-Zawiya witnessed a significant rise in rainwater levels today, Monday. Heavy rainfall affected several city streets. This led to traffic disruption in some city neighborhoods. The municipality confirmed that specialized emergency teams are continuing their efforts. Heavy rainfall was forecast for most coastal cities and areas.
Source:Libya Today
March 17, 2026 01:23 UTC
Eni Strikes Over 1 Tcf of Gas in Offshore Libya
Italy’s Eni has announced two new offshore natural gas discoveries in Libya, potentially strengthening supplies to both the domestic market and Europe. The discoveries were made during a recent exploration campaign targeting two adjacent structures, Bahr Essalam South 2 (BESS 2) and Bahr Essalam South 3 (BESS 3). The finds lie about 16 km south of the Bahr Essalam Gas Field, Libya’s largest offshore gas field, which has been operating since 2005. Once developed, the gas will help supply Libya’s domestic market while also supporting exports to Italy, where Libyan gas remains an important component of Mediterranean energy flows. Eni has operated in Libya since 1959 and remains the country’s leading international energy company.
Source:Libya Today
March 16, 2026 22:51 UTC
Suspected Ansaru commanders confessed to receiving weapons training in Libya, SSS operative tells court
A State Security Service (SSS) operative on Monday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that two suspected commanders of terrorist group Ansaru confessed to receiving weapons training from foreign instructors in Libya. One of them, Mr Usman, pleaded guilty to one of the 32 counts, prompting the judge to sentence him to 15 years’ imprisonment. The other defendant, Mr Abba, pleaded not guilty to all 32 counts. He said the first defendant, Mr Usman, was arrested after prolonged intelligence gathering that identified him as the leader of Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladis Sudan (Ansaru). He said the second defendant, Mr Abba, was arrested by SSS operatives at Ugwan Musa Bypass, Kaduna North Local Government Area, Kaduna State.
Source:Libya Today
March 16, 2026 20:56 UTC
Tripoli Criminal Court issues death sentence for premeditated murder
The Tripoli Criminal Court has sentenced a man to death for the premeditated murder of citizen Mohammed Abu Bakr Ibrahim, after the Public Prosecution brought the accused before the judiciary and he was tried in accordance with Libyan law. The Public Prosecution said the court issued its final conviction and imposed the death penalty as retribution, emphasizing the enforcement of justice in cases of intentional killing. The ruling comes as part of efforts by judicial authorities to reinforce the rule of law and hold perpetrators of serious crimes accountable, according to the Attorney General Office.
Source:Libya Observer
March 16, 2026 20:02 UTC