Jewish cemetery in Libya destroyed
Last month, for the first time since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, surprise attack on Israel from Gaza, my wife and I drove from our Tel Aviv-area apartment to the border area where the attack took place. The border region is known colloquially in Hebrew as the “otef” – coming from the Hebrew root for words relating to the verb to envelop or surround. The events of that October have enveloped the lives of all Israelis and the Jewish world.
Source:Libya Today
January 22, 2026 14:15 UTC
Libya's military chief's jet intact with engines running at impact near Ankara: Preliminary report
(AA Photo)A preliminary accident investigation report found that the private jet carrying Libya's military chief crashed into a hillside near Ankara with both engines operational and the aircraft structurally intact, contradicting earlier speculation of an in-flight explosion. Search operations continue at the wreckage of the private jet carrying Libyan Chief of General Staff General Mohammed Ali Al-Haddad in Ankara, Dec. 24, 2025. Final report on Ankara crash is pendingThe preliminary report provides initial technical data on the crash but does not draw a definitive conclusion on the cause. The Ankara chief public prosecutor's office assigned four prosecutors under the coordination of a deputy prosecutor to investigate the crash. A security perimeter was established at the crash site, with aircraft wreckage and the flight data recorder secured as evidence.
Source:Libya Today
January 22, 2026 12:20 UTC
Libya was a warning, Venezuela is the test
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Source:Libya Today
January 22, 2026 04:01 UTC
The world’s most dangerous countries in 2025
The most dangerous countries in the world have been revealed, drawing attention to both well-known hotspots and surprising rankings, including Türkiye. The list was compiled based on international security and peace reports, evaluating factors such as internal conflicts, crime rates, political instability and public safety.
Source:Libya Today
January 21, 2026 22:28 UTC
Russian Defense announces targeting military sites and energy infrastructure belonging to the Ukrainian army
Moscow – The Russian Defense Ministry announced today, Wednesday, that the Russian army targeted Ukrainian military sites. It also targeted Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The ministry stated in a press release that Russian armed forces damaged an ammunition depot. Furthermore, temporary deployment points for Ukrainian armed forces in 144 areas came under attack. Four mechanized brigades of the Ukrainian armed forces were defeated.
Source:Libya Today
January 21, 2026 18:29 UTC
Libyan Chief of General Staff reviews security track with UNSMIL
The Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army, Salah Al-Din Al-Namroush, has met with the head of Security Sector Reform at the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) to discuss ways to support the security track. The meeting addressed UN and international efforts aimed at unifying the military institution and enhancing border security. Al-Namroush reaffirmed his full support for these efforts and his commitment to continued cooperation to unify the army, within the framework of the security track and UN-sponsored dialogue initiatives.
Source:Libya Observer
January 21, 2026 17:38 UTC
Libyan Export Development Authority inaugurates the Unified Export Window at the Ras Ajdir border crossing with Tunisia
The Chairman of the Libyan Export Development Authority (LEDA), Mohamed Al-Hangari, inaugurated the Unified Export Window at the Ras Ajdir border crossing with Tunisia today. During the inauguration ceremony a presentation on the Single Window Export System was made. This included the steps for submitting export applications by Libyan exporting companies registered in LEDAs’ Exporters Registry, the data processing mechanisms, and the completion of export procedures through the Ras Ajdir border crossing into Tunisia. LEDA said the opening and commencement of operations of the Ras Ajdir Unified Export Window represents a significant step for LEDA in developing and regulating local exports. Unified Services Window system for exports to be launched ‘‘to create real export statistics and data’’: LEDA
Source:Libya Today
January 21, 2026 16:02 UTC
Libya, Egypt discuss expanding strategic partnership
Oil and Gas Minister, Khalifa Abdulsadek has held talks with Egypt’s chargé d’affaires on expanding strategic cooperation between the two countries. Abdulsadek met Egypt’s chargé d’affaires in Libya, Tamer El-Hefny, in Tripoli on Tuesday. According to Libya’s official government platform, the meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in energy and investment, as well as developing bilateral economic relations. Both sides stressed the importance of broadening the strategic partnership between Libya and Egypt to serve shared interests and support sustainable cooperation, reaffirming their commitment to coordination in sectors of mutual interest.
Source:Libya Observer
January 21, 2026 14:19 UTC
Public Prosecution flags irregularities in oil products and import system
The Attorney General, Siddiq Al-Sour, held a high-level meeting on Tuesday with senior state officials to review findings by the public prosecution pointing to irregularities in the management and marketing of petroleum derivatives, and failures to adequately protect the public interest. Officials also discussed gaps in import systems that authorities say have been exploited for personal gain through foreign currency trading on the parallel market. Participants reviewed proposed judicial and administrative measures aimed at tightening import controls, addressing deficiencies in the petroleum derivatives sector, and supporting investigations into economic and financial crimes and corruption in both the public and private sectors. The statement added that officials examined weaknesses in import management systems, efforts to curb the smuggling of foreign currency under the pretext of imports, and the positive outcomes of using public tenders to import fuel. The meeting concluded with a discussion of obstacles affecting the orderly management of foreign currency and proposals to address them.
Source:Libya Observer
January 21, 2026 12:07 UTC
Flooding in Tunisia kills four; Algeria, Libya report severe weather impacts
A fisherman secures his small fishing boat in La Goulette, near the capital Tunis, on January 20, 2026. A man carries a bag of bread as he wades through floodwaters in La Goulette, near the capital Tunis, on January 20, 2026. A civil protection officer helps a resident pass through floodwaters in La Goulette, near the capital Tunis, on January 20, 2026. Trains are blocked by floodwaters in La Goulette, near the capital Tunis, on January 20, 2026. (AFP Photo)Algeria and Libya also affectedIn neighboring Algeria, massive downpours and floods have hit several regions.
Source:Libya Today
January 21, 2026 08:37 UTC
Libyan national team drops in FIFA rankings
Libya has slipped one place in the FIFA rankings for January, coming in at 112th worldwide, 25th in Africa, and 15th among Arab teams. Libya collected 1,183.06 points, the same total as in the December ranking, as they have not played any friendly or official matches since last November, following their failure in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Spain maintained its lead at the top of the global rankings, followed by Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, the Netherlands, and Morocco, while Germany came tenth. Cameroon recorded the biggest jump, climbing 12 places to 45th, while Morocco, runners-up of the Africa Cup of Nations recently hosted at home, achieved their best-ever ranking. Meanwhile, Libyan team’s highest-ever ranking was 36th worldwide, achieved in September 2012, while its lowest ranking came in July 1997, when it dropped to 187th.
Source:Libya Observer
January 20, 2026 22:54 UTC
Fire at a commercial complex in Benghazi
Benghazi – A fire broke out today, Tuesday. It was at a commercial complex on Airport Road in Benghazi. She told the Libyan News Agency that ambulance and emergency teams responded immediately. This included medical teams and ambulance supplies. She added that emergency medical teams continue their field duties.
Source:Libya Today
January 20, 2026 22:04 UTC
HNEC sets February 7 date for municipal elections in four municipalities
The High National Elections Commission (HNEC) announced that municipal council elections in the municipalities of Tajoura, Al-Jadida, Sayyad, and Al-Hishan will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026. In a statement issued on Monday, the HNEC stated that polling will take place from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, in accordance with the law governing municipal council elections.
Source:Libya Observer
January 20, 2026 20:49 UTC
Parallel government imposes full curfew until weather conditions stabilize
The Ministry of Interior that is affiliated with the parallel government in eastern Libya has decided to impose a complete curfew until the unstable weather conditions subside. The areas of Al-Marj and Al-Abyar have experienced similar damage to trees so far, due to strong winds. At the same time, the head of the parallel government issued a decision to form an Emergency Committee tasked with taking measures regarding the expected weather conditions in southern and eastern Libya. This came following reports from the National Center of Meteorology about a wave of bad weather starting from Sunday until Tuesday, and the possibility of rising sea levels, strong winds, and zero visibility. The committee announced the suspension of flights at airports located in the southern and eastern regions until the desert low-pressure system passes.
Source:Libya Observer
January 20, 2026 20:49 UTC
President of the National Oil Corporation discusses with Canada’s Ambassador the conditions of Canadian companies currently operating in the Libyan oil and gas sector
Tripoli – Masoud Suleiman, Chairman of the National Oil Corporation, met today with Alison Stewart. Stewart is the Canadian Ambassador to Libya. They discussed the status of Canadian companies operating in Libya’s oil and gas sector. This support targets various fields within the oil and gas sector. Their goal is to make Libya an attractive environment for investment and cooperation.
Source:Libya Today
January 20, 2026 19:42 UTC