Al-Refee bank manager detained pending trial for attempted LD 15 million fraud
The Attorney General’s Office announced Saturday that the Public Prosecutor has ordered the detention, pending trial, of the Manager of the Al-Refee (Rural) Bank, Tripoli branch. The manager is accused of illegal banking operations conducted on bank accounts. This involved the bank manager opening a bank account in a different bank for the purpose of entering an amount of LD 15 million into a bank transfer ring. In this process, the accused facilitated the seizure of an amount equivalent to 1.3 million euros, using forged bank papers. The Attorney General’s Office said the case was initiated as a result of revelations made during the Audit Bureau’s examination of the administrative and financial work assigned to the Al-Refee (Rural) Bank, Tripoli branch manager.
Source:Libya Herald
November 20, 2023 13:03 UTC
Greek press: Warnings overlooked in fatal rescue mission in Libya
An investigation by Greek newspaper Kathimerini says that mistakes and oversights in the planning and execution of a fatal mission undertaken by the Special War Command (DEP) of the Greek Armed Forces in Libya on September 17, in the aftermath of deadly floods. The search-and-rescue mission resulted in the deaths of three Greek military personnel and two volunteer interpreters in a road accident. Furthermore, officials disregarded explicit warnings regarding the high accident risk in the region. The bus carrying the Greek team, mostly elite forces from the Special Paratroopers Unit, crashed on its way to the city of Derna, affirming the prophetic warning: “Road journeys within Libya remain extremely dangerous. Sources indicate that on November 10, a decision was made for the military prosecutor of Athens to conduct additional investigations into the case.
Source:Libya Today
November 20, 2023 08:37 UTC
Sudan: 'Libya scenario': War-torn Sudan could break apart, experts warn
Darfur offensiveHome turfNo winnerPORT SUDAN: More than seven months into Sudan 's devastating war that has killed thousands and displaced millions, experts warn that the scarred and impoverished country faces the threat of breaking apart.The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) is waging war against the armed forces and there have been reports of new massacres in Sudan's western Darfur region.Experts now warn the country could face a " Libya scenario ", in reference to the north African country long divided between two rival administrations in its east and west. "Continued fighting could lead to a few terrifying scenarios, including division," said Khaled Omar Youssef, spokesman for the Forces of Freedom and Change, the main civilian bloc ousted from power in a 2021 joint coup by Sudan's warring generals. "The RSF's expansion does give it an open line between the capital and Darfur, but that's a very long line," he told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity out of fear for his safety.The vast western region is nearly the size of France, "and a lot of it is open areas the army can attack by air", he explained.But with the RSF now controlling most of Darfur, key oil infrastructure, parts of central Sudan and much of the capital itself, he said an army victory is also unlikely. "Even if they succeed in taking control of Khartoum, which is very difficult, sending forces to regain areas of Darfur from RSF control would be a massive logistical challenge. "To get from Khartoum to El Geneina, on Sudan's western border, the army would have to fight across over 1,400 kilometres (870 miles) about the distance between Berlin and Kyiv.
Source:Libya Today
November 20, 2023 04:34 UTC
'Libya scenario': war-torn Sudan could break apart, experts warn
Port Sudan (Sudan) (AFP) – More than seven months into Sudan's devastating war that has killed thousands and displaced millions, experts warn that the scarred and impoverished country faces the threat of breaking apart. Experts now warn the country could face a "Libya scenario", in reference to the north African country long divided between two rival administrations in its east and west. "The rising tide of militarisation along ethnic and regional lines deepens social fissures in Sudan," Youssef told AFP. Meanwhile, the army-aligned government has been all but exiled to the eastern city of Port Sudan. Across Darfur, home to about a quarter of Sudan's 48 million people, over 1.5 million have been internally displaced since the war began.
Source:Libya Today
November 20, 2023 04:29 UTC
2nd NGOs Annual Expo 2023 held in Tripoli
The European Union Mission in Libya reported that its Ambassador to Libya, Nicola Orlando, and members of the European Union delegation participated in the opening ceremony of the 2nd Annual exhibition of NGOs / Civil Society Organizations held in Tripoli. The Mission said European Union will continue to support non-governmental organizations in their recovery efforts following the flood disaster that struck northeastern Libya last September. The annual NGOs exhibition is organized as part of the activities of the Let’s Cooperate Project, co-financed by the European Union. Let’s Cooperate aims to enable citizens to participate in local development. Second NGOs Annual Expo 2023 will be held in Tripoli on 18 November (libyaherald.com)
Source:Libya Today
November 19, 2023 19:34 UTC
HoR members denounce military movements in western Libya
Some members of the Libyan House of Representatives (HoR) have denounced in a statement today the military movements in the Western Region. Four HoR members said they “followed with great concern the military movements of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in the Western Region, which could explode the situation and threaten social peace and the unity of the Libyan territory.”In this regard, the members rejected the military approach and the use of weapons to address crises and challenges in the Western Region. They held GNU, led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, fully responsible for all resulting losses of lives and properties, and tearing apart the social fabric. HoR members called on all political parties, civil organizations, and regulatory bodies to assume their responsibilities in this regard. They called on “the people, cities, villages and tribes, to adhere to the approach of national reconciliation and not be drawn into calls for strife and fighting.”HoR memers who issued the statement are:– Hana Khalifa Abu Deeb– Naima Ramadan Delf– Rahma Abu Bakr Adam– Fatima Ahmed Karis
Source:Libya Today
November 19, 2023 19:16 UTC
UN envoy, HoR Speaker discuss electoral laws in Libya
UN envoy to Libya Abdoulaye Bathily said he met today in Al-Quba with the Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR), Aqila Saleh. They exchanged views on the political situation in light of the official issuance of electoral laws, according to Bathily.
Source:Libya Today
November 19, 2023 18:09 UTC
World Cup qualifier: Goalkeeper Onana out of Cameroon match against Libya
Goalkeeper Andre Onana has pulled out of Cameroon’s World Cup qualifier against Libya on Tuesday after leaving the field injured when they beat Mauritius in their opening Group D game on Saturday. Onana has returned to Manchester United for treatment for an unspecified injury, the Cameroon Football Federation said on Sunday. READ | Wales must end Euro qualifying on a high, says coach Rob PageHe looked to be struggling with his adductors when he went off with 10 minutes left of the 3-0 win over Mauritius in Douala but no detail of his injury was given by the federation. Several press reports said his decision to leave the game was a precautionary measure and that Onana should be able to play for Manchester United at Everton next Sunday.
Source:Libya Today
November 19, 2023 14:48 UTC
Libya: Challenges To Implementing Election Laws – OpEd
All Libyan leaders have agreed to amend the draft laws, urging the country’s two chambers to finalize and implement electoral laws within a reasonable timeframe. The Misrata Port Customs Center took all necessary legal measures regarding the ship, in preparation for blacklisting it. This was done for violating the principles of boycotting the Zionist enemy, in accordance with Article 203 of Customs Law No. The Misrata Port Customs Center took all necessary measures to address the ship’s legality and prepare for its blacklisting. This was done in accordance with Article 203 of Customs Law No.
Source:Libya Today
November 19, 2023 00:09 UTC
Pakistan calls for mechanism to protect Palestinians
The Pakistani envoy did not specify the form of the proposed mechanism, which, he said: “Shall be set up in accordance with international law and the relevant United Nations resolutions. The Pakistani envoy told the 193-member assembly that more than 11,000 Palestinians had lost their lives, two-thirds of them women and children. Another 27,000 have been injured, with about 2,700, including 1,500 children, reported missing, dead, or trapped under the rubble. More than half of the hospitals in Gaza are non-functional due to lack of fuel, damage, attacks, and insecurity. “We stress the need for the immediate return of displaced Palestinian people to their homeland.”
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 20:43 UTC
Libyan Security Adviser Concludes Moscow Visit After High-Level Talks
Libya’s National Security Adviser Ibrahim Bushnaf concluded his visit to Russia, which came at the invitation of Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev. During the visit, Bushnaf met with Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov, Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev, Patrushev’s deputy Venediktov Nikolaevich, and several other Russian officials. Bushnaf also met with Minister of State and Deputy Defense Minister Sergei Kuzhugetovich Shoigu, and learned about the ministry’s operations. The two sides then held a joint meeting discussing training and development cooperation and the possibility for Libya to benefit from Russian expertise in this area
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 19:37 UTC
Derna Crisis Committee: Death Toll in Derna from Storm Danielle Tops 20,000
Nearly 70 days after Storm Danielle devastated Derna and the Green Mountain region of Libya, a member of Derna’s crisis committee has warned that the death toll has now surpassed 20,000. Hamad Al-Shalwi, in remarks to the media, stated that the crisis committee confirmed over 20,000 fatalities in Derna alone from the devastating flooding caused by Danielle. He said rescue efforts have been “nonexistent” and citizens are distraught over being unable to retrieve relatives’ remains, causing immense psychological distress. The committee member detailed that the floods inflicted horrific destruction in Derna, obliterating 12,000 housing units. He said 60-70% of the town is still covered by dirt and debris from the storm.
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 16:13 UTC
Delegation from Libya’s Ministry of Economy and Trade visits Malaysian Development and Construction Authority
The Libyan Union of Chambers of Commerce reported that, coordinated by its Libyan-Malaysian Joint Chamber, a delegation from the Tripoli based Libyan Ministry of Economy and Trade visited the Malaysian Development and Construction Authority (CIDB Malaysia)During a meeting held during the visit, working to explore trade and investment opportunities in the construction sector in Libya were discussed. This visit comes within the activities of the International Construction Week 2023 (ICW), which is being held at the International Exhibition and Convention Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. The International Building Week is one of the most prominent events in the field of construction globally and is held in the Malaysian capital from November 15 to 17, 2023.
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 07:08 UTC
Empowering Libyan entrepreneurs and government officials through the innovative Kaizen management
For the second time this year, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) have partnered with the governments of Tunisia and Libya to train 44 youth and women entrepreneurs and government officials using the innovative Japanese management technique ‘Kaizen’, which means ‘change for the better’. Libya is represented by its Tripoli based Ministry of Industry and Minerals. The first Kaizen training took place between February and March this year also in Tunis. This latest training, launched on 13 November, will take place over the next two weeks in Tunis and aims to help participants improve their business skills and productivity, thereby driving economic development in their communities and strengthening their commitment to promoting sustainable resilience in Libya. JICA and WFP introduce Japanese Kaizen Management Approach to Libyan youth and female entrepreneurs (libyaherald.com)
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 07:08 UTC
Non-oil revenues registered LD 2.14 bn in 2022 – up 0.56 bn on 2021 figures: Tax Authority
The Tax Authority stated in its latest report that non-oil tax revenues, up to September 2023, were LD 2.14 bn. These figures represent a rise of LD 0.56 bn or 35 percent on the LD 1.585 bn – for the same period in 2022. It will be recalled that Libya is trying to diversify its economy by increasing its non-oil revenues. Total revenues reached LD 96 billion up to OctoberTo put these figures in perspective, it will be recalled that earlier this month, the Central Bank of Libya revealed in its monthly statistical statement that Libya’s total revenues reached 96 billion dinars from the beginning of this year until 31 October, while total spending reached 83.6 billion dinars. The Central Bank’s statistical bulletin had also revealed that foreign exchange revenues reached US$ 19.7 billion, while foreign exchange spending reached US$ 30.6 billion – leaving a foreign exchange deficit to the end of October of US$ 10.9 billion.
Source:Libya Today
November 18, 2023 00:39 UTC