Trump is breaking Iran. Don't count on him to fix it. | opinion
But we do know this: President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are determined like never before to shatter the Iranian regime. We also know that while Trump may well succeed in breaking Iran, he appears to have no plans to fix it after the bombs and missiles stop falling. I support Iran regime change, but only Congress declares war | OpinionNeed a news break? Trump will likely leave Iran create its own free worldBut best-case scenarios rarely manifest into reality in the Middle East. And as much as I hope and pray that Iranians finally taste true freedom, they may have to win that day on their own.
Source:Libya Today
March 08, 2026 13:10 UTC
Libya, Serbia discuss telecoms, digital cooperation
A Libyan delegation from the General Authority for Communications and Informatics has held talks with Serbia’s Assistant Minister for Information, Telecommunications and European Integration, Filip Pavlović, on strengthening cooperation in the communications and technology sectors. According to Libyan officials, the meeting also explored ways to expand cooperation in telecommunications, information technology and postal services. Both sides stressed the importance of strengthening institutional cooperation and said the two countries have significant potential to develop partnerships through the exchange of expertise, knowledge and best practices. The Libyan delegation included Amjad Al-Karzab, director of the Projects Office at the General Authority for Communications and Informatics, and Fatima Al-Mamlouk, head of the Serbia Cooperation Section at the Foreign Ministry’s International Cooperation Department. Serbia was also represented at the meeting by Assistant Minister for Electronic Communications and Postal Services Katarina Tomašević.
Source:Libya Observer
March 08, 2026 12:45 UTC
Iran's biggest fear now: A Syria or Libya style collapse, warns West Asia expert Vali Nasr
US-Israel Attacks Iran LIVE UpdatesAsked whether Iran is now fighting an existential war for survival, Nasr said the threat extends beyond the ruling regime to the country itself. "One may think that sounds like an exaggeration, but Iranians are worried about a scenario like Syria. "So, Israel and the United States (will) have to do a lot more bombing before you actually break the state. AdvertisementAccording to Nasr, the current campaign appears to target not only Iran’s nuclear or missile capabilities but broader state infrastructure. The professor said the war has revived deep historical anxieties inside Iran about foreign intervention and national disintegration.
Source:Libya Today
March 08, 2026 10:51 UTC
Under-17 national team loses to Al-Sawaed in Benghazi friendly
Benghazi – The Libyan U17 national team lost a friendly match. They played against the Al-Sawaed team. The match took place at the Benghazi International Stadium. This tournament is set to begin in Benghazi. This match provided an opportunity for the team.
Source:Libya Today
March 08, 2026 06:49 UTC
Dismissed Culture Minister refuses to step down despite replacement
Libya’s dismissed Culture Minister Mabrouka Tougi said she will continue performing her duties and refused to hand over authority, insisting that any change must follow proper legal procedures by the competent authorities. In a statement, Tougi said the appointment of a replacement outside the formal ministerial amendment procedures undermines legitimacy and could create administrative and financial confusion within the ministry. Tougi added that her position as a woman from southern Libya represents a national responsibility rather than a personal gain. A video circulating online showed security personnel preventing Tougi from entering the Culture Ministry headquarters in Tripoli, saying they had instructions not to allow her in. On Monday, Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah issued a cabinet reshuffle appointing Salem Al-Alam as culture minister, a move rejected by Menfi, who said such changes require broad national consensus.
Source:Libya Observer
March 07, 2026 18:24 UTC
RFK Jr. fought pesticides for years. Now he's backing their production
Now, as the nation's top health official, he fell in line with President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at boosting glyphosate's production and granting limited legal immunity to manufacturers if they follow federal directives. "I support President Trump's Executive Order to bring agricultural chemical production back to the United States and end our near-total reliance on adversarial nations," he wrote. As Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again supporters grow impatient with the Republican-led administration that's largely resisted their calls to regulate pesticides, they're speaking up. Kennedy pledges changeTrump's executive order is intended to protect domestic production of elemental phosphorus, which is used in military devices and glyphosate-based herbicides. It also seeks to protect the production of glyphosate-based herbicides, which the administration says are critical to agricultural supply chains.
Source:Libya Today
March 07, 2026 14:43 UTC
PM Dbeibah discusses regional tensions with Lebanese counterpart
Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah has held a phone call with his Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam to discuss rising tensions in the region and their implications for regional security. According to a statement from the Libyan government, the two leaders reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East and their potential impact on stability. Dbeibah reaffirmed Libya’s support for Lebanon’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, stressing the importance of stability in Arab countries. For his part, Salam thanked Libya for its supportive stance and briefed Dbeibah on the latest political and security developments in Lebanon. He emphasised the importance of Arab coordination at what he described as a sensitive stage, calling for joint efforts to prevent further regional escalation while preserving the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.
Source:Libya Observer
March 07, 2026 13:23 UTC
Algeria foils weapons smuggling attempt near Libyan border
Algerian forces have foiled an attempt to smuggle a shipment of weapons across the country’s eastern border with Libya, west of the Libyan city of Ghat, following an intelligence-led monitoring operation targeting suspicious movements. According to a report by Afrique-Asie, the operation resulted in the seizure of a cache of weapons including Kalashnikov rifles, automatic weapons, ammunition, and hand grenades. The report noted that the interception came after intelligence indicated the activity of organized criminal networks involved in cross-border arms trafficking. The report further indicated that investigators are examining the alleged involvement of a Libyan national who also holds Algerian citizenship and resides in the United Kingdom. Sources suggested the weapons shipment may have been airlifted into Ghat airport from a Gulf country before an attempt was made to smuggle it across the border.
Source:Libya Observer
March 07, 2026 13:12 UTC
Prosecutors identify three suspects in killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi
The Public Prosecution has revealed details of the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, saying three suspects have been identified and arrest orders issued. Investigators later moved to the scene, where they examined the body, documented the gunshot wounds and collected evidence from the crime scene. They also took statements from people believed to have information about the incident. These findings led to the identification of three suspects, for whom arrest warrants have been issued pending further investigation. Saif was shot dead by unidentified gunmen at his place of residence in Zintan on 3 February.
Source:Libya Observer
March 07, 2026 13:06 UTC
Brega Oil dismisses fuel shortage rumours, confirms steady supply
Brega Oil Marketing Company has urged citizens not to be misled by rumours about fuel shortages at storage depots, saying such claims aim to create confusion in the country. In a statement, the company reassured the public that fuel supplies are available, adding that fuel deliveries to distribution companies and affiliated filling stations are proceeding regularly and steadily. It also said it is preparing to issue a clarification statement detailing the volumes of fuel supplied to distribution companies and its affiliated stations.
Source:Libya Observer
March 07, 2026 12:14 UTC
LBC’s Second Public-Private Dialogue Session on leveraging technology to mitigate economic crises held in Tripoli
The Libyan Business Council (LBC) announced yesterday that last Wednesday (4 March) the Second Dialogue Session of the Public-Private Institutional Dialogue Initiative, organized by the LBC in cooperation with Tetra Tech International Development, was held at a leading Tripoli hotel. The session was attended by representatives from public and private sector institutions, business owners, and those interested in economic and technological affairs. Mitigating the severity of economic crises using technology and digital transformationThe session addressed the role of technology and digital transformation in mitigating the severity of the economic crisis, given the challenges associated with liquidity constraints and foreign exchange rate fluctuations. Emphasis was placed on how to utilize digital tools to facilitate financial transactions and expand Libyan companies’ access to global markets. LBC launch first session of institutional dialogue initiative between public and private sectors – to improve business environment
Source:Libya Today
March 07, 2026 02:40 UTC
Aldabaiba government and CBL take further actions to encourage increased e-payments use – CBL reduces new FX Bureaux commission
The Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba Tripoli-based Libyan government and the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) have taken further measures to encourage the use of e-payments in Libya. Aldabaiba issued a decree yesterday mandating the inclusion of e-payment as an approved method for collecting state revenues and public dues. This, the CBL letter stated, is to enable customers to complete purchase transactions via point-of-sale (POS) devices by scanning the QR code. Call on commercial banks to launch a joint e-payments media campaignThe CBL also called on all commercial banks to launch a joint awareness campaign targeting banking app users and merchants to promote the use and acceptance of the LYPay instant payment system via point-of-sale (POS) devices. CBL reduces FX commissionsWith regards to the foreign exchange commission to be charged by the soon-to-be opened official foreign exchange bureaux, the CBL has decided to amend the maximum commission rate to 1% for cash sales and 0.5% for sales via cheques, bank transfers, and electronic payment methods.
Source:Libya Today
March 07, 2026 01:02 UTC
Modernizing Perimeter Protection with the Defense in Depth Method -- Security Today
Modernizing Perimeter Protection with the Defense in Depth MethodAs US utilities face 60 new vulnerabilities daily, a defense-in-depth strategy is essential to protect aging infrastructure from physical attacks. As the lines between cyber and physical security continue to blur, the threats to utilities increase. A modern, layered physical security strategy is the only effective way to close these gaps. This meant physical security was frequently an afterthought. Therefore, you should layer security solutions that allow you to deter, detect, and respond to potential threats.
Source:Libya Today
March 07, 2026 00:48 UTC
Pharmaceutical Dialogue Event
The General Syndicate of Pharmacists in Libya organized the Pharmaceutical Dialogue event at Bab Al Bahr Hotel in the capital, Tripoli. This meeting serves as a unified platform representing the voice of more than 11,000 pharmacists across Libya, and as a responsible professional space to discuss current issues facing the profession and explore its future, in light of the challenges and changes of the present stage. The Pharmaceutical Dialogue aims to open clear and transparent discussions about the reality of the pharmacy profession and to strengthen the role of the pharmacist as a key partner in the healthcare system, contributing to the development of professional performance and the improvement of health services provided to citizens.
Source:Libya Observer
March 06, 2026 20:49 UTC
57 migrants deported via Benina Airport
The Anti-Illegal Migration Agency announced the deportation of 57 illegal migrants through Benina International Airport in Benghazi. According to the agency, six migrants from Bangladesh were repatriated to their home country, while 51 Sudanese migrants were deported in coordination with the Sudanese consulate in Benghazi. In a separate incident, the investigation unit of the Ajdabiya branch detained 31 migrants involved in begging, including 12 women and 19 minors, and confirmed that deportation procedures have been initiated.
Source:Libya Observer
March 06, 2026 19:50 UTC