Two Libyan olive oil brands win gold at Geneva’s European International Olive Oil Competition (EIOOC) 2024
Two Libyan olive oil brands won gold at Geneve’s European International Olive Oil Competition (EIOOC) 2024. Al-Ajnaf Olive Press won gold and best in its class while Lamin Olive Press also won gold. The organisers commented that ‘‘Your victory in this prestigious competition is a testament to your commitment to producing world-class Libyan olive oil. Keep up the excellent work, and we look forward to celebrating your continued successes in the future!’’Advancing the diversification of Libya’s economy through planting high density olive trees for olive oil production (libyaherald.com)Libyan winners of Japanese and Norwegian international olive oil competitions honoured (libyaherald.com)Libyan olive oils win three prizes at the Japan Olive Oil Prize 2023 (libyaherald.com)An olive oil industry can diversify the economy and earn foreign currency: Head of SME programme (libyaherald.com)First National Olive Oil Prize launched (libyaherald.com)Libyan olive oil from Gharian wins two international prizes during May (libyaherald.com)Libya’s Libico olive oil from Gharian wins another international prize (libyaherald.com)Libyan olive oils win prizes at Berlin awards – plans to increase production | (libyaherald.com)Libico olive oil exported to Italy | (libyaherald.com)Libyan Export Promotion Centre discusses with Italian Chamber export of olive oil, dates and tuna to Italy and Europe | (libyaherald.com)Libya organizes non-oil exports conference – Tripoli, 16-17 March | (libyaherald.com)Libya considering allowing fish exports to EU | (libyaherald.com)Libyan dates exported to Morocco through Benghazi port | (libyaherald.com)Libya takes first steps towards exporting fish to Europe | (libyaherald.com)Oil and olive oil fair opens in Tripoli | (libyaherald.com)Never mind the oil, what about the olive oil? | (libyaherald.com)Eighth Libyan Dates and Associated Industries exhibition opens in Tripoli | (libyaherald.com)
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May 17, 2024 00:03 UTC
Bahrain Declaration calls for deployment of UN peacekeeping forces in Palestinian
CAIRO – 16 May 2024: The Bahrain Declaration, issued at the conclusion of the 33rd Arab States Council Summit here Thursday, called for deploying UN peacekeeping forces in the occupied Palestinian territories until the two-state solution is implemented. In the declaration, the Arab leaders renewed their categorical rejection of any attempts to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from their land in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem. They called on Israel in this regard to withdraw from Rafah to ensure safe humanitarian aid access. 2254, and in a way that preserves Syria’s security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, fulfills the aspirations of its people, rids it of terrorism, and provides the environment necessary for the dignified, safe, and voluntary return of refugees. "We reject interference in Syria's internal affairs, and any attempts to bring about demographic changes there," they stressed.
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May 16, 2024 20:05 UTC
Organised and scheduled B2B meetings will be held throughout the 50th Tripoli International Fair
Organisers of the 50th Tripoli International Fair reported that productive meetings between businessmen and investors took place on Wednesday (15 to 21 May). These important B2B sessions, it added, held alongside the exhibition, facilitated discussions on enhancing economic growth. The meetings were conducted at the historical reception hall within the premises of the Tripoli International Fair. Alongside these details, a schedule outlining upcoming meetings is published, inviting all interested parties to participate and contribute to enriching these engagements. 300 companies exhibiting at 50th Tripoli International Fair (libyaherald.com)
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May 16, 2024 18:47 UTC
Marshal Haftar Hails ‘Dignity’ Victory, Vows Democratic Future on 10th Anniversary
In a fiery speech during a military parade marking the 10th anniversary of the Dignity Operation, Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, Supreme Commander of the Libyan National Army (LNA) issued defiant vows and called on Libyan patriots to unite behind a democratic vision for the country’s future. Addressing the crowd in Benghazi, Marshal Haftar declared it a source of “pride and honor” to celebrate the anniversary of the Dignity Battle, in which the LNA gained victory over terrorism and extremism. “The future opened its doors and Libya breathed peace after terrorism nearly turned its rivers and valleys into bloodstreams,” the military commander said. “The Libyan people will remain stronger than all seditions, fraternizing and reconciling, without interference from any party claiming to reconcile between its people,” he declared defiantly. The speech capped off the military parade and anniversary commemorating a decade since Haftar’s Dignity campaign aimed at purging extremists from Benghazi and other regions.
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May 16, 2024 17:54 UTC
Oil workers join strike in Libya's Benghazi over security
TRIPOLI (Reuters) - Oil company workers in Benghazi, eastern Libya, will join a strike of civil servants and private companies on Tuesday to protest against a deteriorating security situation in the port city, an oil official said. Civilian servants and staff at some private firms went on strike on Tuesday to demand all militias to leave Benghazi, Libya's second largest city. "Staff in the oil sector in Benghazi... will join the civil obedience starting today," said Saad Fakhri, deputy head of Libya's union of oil workers. The strike would affect administrative workers in firms such as Arabian Gulf Co and Ras Lanuf Oil and Gas Processing Company, two subsidies of state National Oil Corp (NOC), he said. Stability in eastern Libya is key for oil supplies because about 60 percent of Libya's oil production comes from the region.
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May 16, 2024 15:55 UTC
Majority of EU nations want more partnerships to stem migration from countries of origin
FILE - Migrants aboard a rubber boat end up in the water while others cling on to a centifloat before being rescued by a team of the Sea Watch-3, around 35 miles away from Libya, Monday, Oct. 18, 2021. A majority of European Union countries are calling for more agreements with countries that people leave or transit to get to Europe, saying that to tackle irregular migration and manage migration movements to the 27-member bloc.
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May 16, 2024 14:46 UTC
South Africa urges UN's top court to order cease-fire in Gaza to shield citizens in Rafah
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — South Africa urged the United Nations’ top court on Thursday to order a cease-fire in Gaza during hearings over emergency measures to halt Israel’s military operation in the enclave’s southern city of Rafah. The court has already found that there is a “real and imminent risk” to the Palestinian people in Gaza by Israel’s military operations. South Africa argues that the military operation has far surpassed justified self-defense. South Africa has to date submitted four requests for the international court to investigate Israel. South Africa initiated proceedings in December 2023 and sees the legal campaign as rooted in issues central to its identity.
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May 16, 2024 13:38 UTC
Libya joins South Africa in lawsuit against Israel at ICJ
Photo taken on Sept. 12, 2019 shows that the United Nations Security Council votes on a draft resolution to renew the mandate of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) at the UN headquarters in New YorkCAIRO - 16 May 2024: Libyan Presidential Council Head Mohamed Younis Al-Menfi has reaffirmed Libya's unwavering support for the Palestinian people in Gaza and across all of Palestine. During his speech at the 33rd regular session of the Arab League Council at the summit level in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Al-Menfi made the following points:Al-Menfi emphasized Libya's steadfast commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause, particularly the plight of the people in Gaza. He reiterated Libya’s strong condemnation of the severe aggression against Gaza, highlighting the mass genocide faced by tens of thousands of Palestinians.Legal Action Against Israel. Al-Menfi announced Libya’s decision to join South Africa in its lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice, demonstrating a unified front in seeking justice for the Palestinian people.
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May 16, 2024 13:30 UTC
Greek defense team says 9 Egyptians accused of causing deadly shipwreck were misidentified as crew
The legal defense team for nine Egyptian men due to go on trial in southern Greece next week accused of causing one of the Mediterranean’s deadliest shipwrecks say they will argue Greece has no jurisdiction in the case
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May 16, 2024 11:15 UTC
As countries tighten anti-gay laws, more and more LGBTQ+ migrants seek safety and asylum in Europe
As countries tighten anti-gay laws, more and more LGBTQ+ migrants seek safety and asylum in EuropeWhile many of the migrants who reach Europe are escaping war, conflict and poverty, an increasing number are fleeing possible prison terms and death sentences because they are gay
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May 16, 2024 10:29 UTC
Training of Trainers for the Primary Health Care sector in Libya
Germany’s GIZ (Libya) announced yesterday that 16 talented Libyan medical doctors recently completed a Master Training Programme. Through this initiative, GIZ Libya in partnership with the UK-based organisation Primary Care International, enhanced the Libyan doctors´ facilitation skills. The goal of this training, kt explained, is to improve the quality of in-service training for primary healthcare professionals. GIZ said the Ministry of Health’s Primary Health Care Institute of Libya (PHCI), initiated the Master Training Programme and highlighted that this transformative training is vital to elevate the quality of services provided at Primary Health Care Centres. This project is supported by the ‘Improving Primary Health Care Provision in Libya’ project implemented by GIZ in cooperation with the Libyan Health Ministry and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
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May 16, 2024 07:44 UTC
Editorial: A case of realpolitik in Libya
Among other subjects, the two discussed security cooperation and training, especially with regard to human trafficking. A day later, Haftar met with Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni. The human smuggling from Libya is attracting migrants from countries as distant as the Asian subcontinent. Instead, the situation in Libya today is playing a significant part in eroding those same values. To deal with Haftar today is to concede that realpolitik and vision were lacking a dozen years ago.
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May 16, 2024 04:51 UTC
Libya: ICC Prosecutor Outlines Roadmap to Complete Libya War Crimes Probe
That "roadmap", Prosecutor Karim Khan explained, details a focused set of activities over the next 18 months and beyond "to significantly expand the impact of our action" in Libya. Mr. Khan emphasized that the roadmap provides tangible and meaningful steps towards justice for Libyan victims, rather than mere rhetoric. ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan briefing the Security Council. Mr. Khan also stressed the necessity of sustained and enhanced cooperation from Libyan authorities and the international community. Not driven by political interestsICC Prosecutor Khan concluded by urging the international community to seize this moment to renew commitment to international criminal justice.
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May 15, 2024 22:15 UTC
Russia & Libya Grill ICC Prosecutor At UN Over Action Against Israel, Cite Putin | 'West's Puppet'
Russia & Libya Grill ICC Prosecutor At UN Over Action Against Israel, Cite Putin | 'West's Puppet'Russia and Libya cornered the ICC prosecutor at the UN Security Council meeting, pushing him to take action against Israeli leaders over Gaza war. “What are you waiting for, Mr. Khan? Don’t you see the threats against civilians, the potential threats against civilians in Rafah and the massacre that would happen at any time?,” Libya’s UN ambassador, Taher El-Sonni, said. Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia called the ICC a politicized “puppet body” controlled by the West. Watch for more details.
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May 15, 2024 21:02 UTC