Tajoura municipal council reviews preparations for local elections
The Tajoura Municipal Council held an expanded meeting on Sunday to discuss final arrangements and security and administrative preparations for the municipal council elections scheduled for Saturday, 7 February 2026. The meeting reviewed the latest logistical and organisational measures aimed at ensuring the smooth conduct of the electoral process in an orderly and secure environment. It also examined mechanisms to strengthen coordination and joint cooperation between security agencies and representatives of the High National Elections Commission at polling centres across the municipality. Participants stressed the importance of creating appropriate conditions to enable citizens to vote easily, in line with the highest standards of transparency and credibility. The meeting was attended by the security director, the head of the General Administration of Operations, the chairman of the High National Elections Commission, senior security officials, and officers tasked with supervising electoral districts within Tajoura municipality.
Source:Libya Observer
February 01, 2026 16:36 UTC
Discussion of the National Strategy for International Cooperation in the House of Representatives
It focused on discussing and reviewing the draft National Strategy for International Cooperation. It involves drafting foreign cooperation policies. He is the Head of the Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Committee in the House of Representatives. This occurs in preparing regulatory frameworks for international cooperation. This support is for adopting the National Strategy for International Cooperation.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 16:33 UTC
Dbeibah, Takala discuss political and economic developments
Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibeh met on Sunday with the head of the High Council of State, Mohamed Takala, to discuss the latest political and economic developments in the country. According to a statement, the talks stressed the importance of continued coordination among national institutions to support stability and advance Libya’s political and economic track. Both sides also agreed to maintain cooperation between the government and the council’s committees to ensure institutional coordination and address shared issues.
Source:Libya Observer
February 01, 2026 16:12 UTC
Libyan Indian cooperation to qualify national cadres in Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence
The General Authority for Communications and Informatics Authority in Tripoli announced the launch of an intensive training programme in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Indian Embassy, within the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) programme yesterday. The Authority says the training reflects a practical embodiment of the objectives of the National Strategy for the Communications and Informatics Sector 2023-2027. It says this programme comes as a direct executive step to the national capacity building and localization of advanced technologies stipulated in the strategy, as it aims to qualify Libyan engineers and technicians in the fields of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, to support the paths of digital sovereignty and the technological transformation of the state. The programme was launched in January 2026 and will last for a full year and will be implemented in specialized technical centers in India under the supervision of specialized experts, where participants receive intensive practical training, applied workshops, and advanced specialized lectures. The Authority explained that this programme represents a practical path to transfer advanced knowledge and build national specialized expertise in the fields of quantum computing and artificial intelligence, in a way that contributes to supporting digital innovation pathways and enhancing national technical readiness, in line with the objectives of the National Strategy for the Sector.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 14:13 UTC
LEES 2026 had a very American flavour this year: AmCham Libya
Reflecting on the very successful Libya Energy & Economic Summit 2026 (LEES), held in Tripoli from 24-26 January, AmCham Libya President Debbie Hirst said she was very pleased to organize the Second AmCham Pavilion at LEES 2026. The 2026 Pavilion built on the success of last year’s Pavilion, and was made up of 17 companies, including some of the world’s greatest in the energy sector. LEES 2026 had a very American flavour this yearLEES had a very American flavour this year. ConocoPhillips and Chevron headlined LEES with signing ceremonies. Prime Minister Aldabaiba and Boulos toured the AmCham Pavilion, which was great fun for the participating companies.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 13:28 UTC
'Butcher of Hama’ Rifaat al-Assad sought $200M exit deal: Probe
The new investigative film reported that Rifaat al-Assad demanded more than $200 million in 1984 to leave Syria after an armed power struggle with his brother, the late President Hafez al-Assad. The investigative film “Rifaat’s Empire” on Al Jazeera 360 revealed details of how Rifaat al-Assad built a vast fortune in the heart of Europe. Despite a prison sentence and an order to seize his assets, Rifaat was able to leave France in 2021 in official limousine cars, escorted by the Interior Ministry to the aircraft door. Former French intelligence officers attributed this “safe exit” to the intelligence services Rifaat allegedly provided to Paris for 30 years. The film said France’s “deep state” ultimately preferred a “deal of silence” over imprisoning him and exposing the secrets of mutual cooperation.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 08:59 UTC
Libya’s Deputy Defense Minister Abdussalam Zubi Pays Courtesy Visit to Albayrak Group
Libya’s Government of National Unity Deputy Minister of Defense, Major General Abdussalam Zubi, paid a courtesy visit to the Albayrak Group as part of his official visit to Türkiye. Zubi stated that they closely follow Albayrak Group’s investments across Africa and invited the group to undertake similar investments in Libya. AdvertisementThe meeting was attended by Albayrak Group Chairman Ahmet Albayrak, Vice Chairman Nuri Albayrak, and Board Member Faruk Albayrak. AdvertisementAbdussalam Zubi also visited Albayrak Media, where he showed interest in media activities. As part of his Türkiye visit, Zubi also held separate meetings with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler, and Chief of the General Staff General Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 05:42 UTC
Libya grapples with disastrous finances in spite of oil boom
In 2025, Libya’s total revenue reached 136.9 billion Libyan dinars ($21.7 billion) including 99.6 billion dinars in oil revenue and 17.2 billion dinars through oil royalties. Its total expenditure for the period was Dh136.8 billion dinars, with 73.3 billion dinars spent on salaries, and expenditure on subsidies amounting to Dh34.5 billion dinars, according to Libya central bank's data. Libya’s oil production has been disrupted in previous years by the unrest in the country. Last week, it announced investment worth $20 billion to increase oil production at Waha oilfield, in partnership with France’s TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips. Chevron, a major US oil producer, also plans to return to Libya after leaving more than a decade ago.
Source:Libya Today
February 01, 2026 05:16 UTC
Epstein email reveals plan to pursue frozen Libyan assets with help from former MI6, Mossad figures
The correspondence surfaced after the US Justice Department released an additional batch of documents Friday related to the Epstein investigation. The newly highlighted material includes a July 2011 email sent to Epstein that outlines what the sender described as financial and legal opportunities linked to political and economic uncertainty in Libya at the time. According to the email, about $80 billion in Libyan funds were believed to be frozen internationally, including roughly $32.4 billion in the US. The sender described “stolen and misappropriated” Libyan assets as potentially worth three to four times that amount. The email characterized Libya as a country with significant energy reserves and strong literacy rates, factors it said could be advantageous for financial and legal initiatives.
Source:Libya Today
January 31, 2026 22:45 UTC
Italian drilling vessel enters Libyan waters for a work mission
The Italian drilling vessel "Saipem 10000" has entered Libyan waters for a mission that could last several months, after departing from Egypt's Zohr gas field, according to media reports. The vessel is scheduled to return to Egypt during the third quarter of 2026 to resume its work in the deep waters of the Zohr natural gas field. The Saipem vessel, owned by the Italian company Eni, had been operating in Egyptian waters since January 2025 and conducted drilling operations at the Zohr field site for a full year.
Source:Libya Observer
January 31, 2026 20:15 UTC
Ministry of Economy activates its integrated digital system
The Minister of Economy and Trade, Mohammed Al-Huweij, approved a series of regulatory measures during an expanded meeting held with the ministry’s affiliated bodies. During the meeting, the minister confirmed that the ministry has activated its integrated digital system and has begun employing it as a key tool for governance, oversight, and database integration. This will enable tighter control over the movement of goods and commercial activities, regulate import priorities in line with needs identified by the Ministry of Economy, and curb distortions that have led to illegal speculative practices. Al-Huweij stressed that the Ministry of Economy and Trade will exercise its mandates strictly in accordance with the law, without leniency or exceptions, emphasizing that the ministry will not hesitate to rein in speculators, price manipulators, and violators of regulatory rules. This approach, he said, will strengthen commercial discipline, protect the national economy, safeguard market stability, and preserve citizens’ purchasing power.
Source:Libya Observer
January 31, 2026 19:47 UTC
One killed and at least 2 wounded in violent clashes in Al-Zawiya
Sources from Al-Zawiya reported one fatality and at least two wounded among the clashing forces following violent confrontations that erupted in the Sayyida Zainab area on Friday night, noting that there were no reports of civilian casualties. Armed clashes described as intense broke out on the night of Friday–Saturday in the city of Al-Zawiya between formations affiliated with the Government of National Unity and others belonging to the Stability Support Apparatus, which reports directly to the Presidential Council. According to local sources, the clashes continued until the early hours of Saturday morning and involved members of the Stability Support Apparatus led by Hassan Bouzriba and forces from the 459th Battalion of the Defense Ministry of the Government of National Unity. Videos circulating on social media showed scenes from the fighting, with heavy exchanges of gunfire heard across neighborhoods in the area. Al-Zawiya branch of the Red Crescent warned residents in the Sayyida Zainab area near the clashes to remain indoors, stay away from windows, and exercise maximum caution until conditions return to normal.
Source:Libya Observer
January 31, 2026 17:05 UTC
NOC signs cooperation MoU with Hungary’s MOL Group
The National Oil Corporation (NOC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hungary’s MOL Group to explore future cooperation in the oil and gas sector. The agreement was signed in Budapest by MOL Group’s chief executive, Zsolt Hernádi, and the NOC chairman, Masoud Suleiman. It sets out a framework for information exchange and potential collaboration in hydrocarbon exploration and production, technology development, oilfield services, and crude oil supply and trading. Hernádi said Libya’s oil and gas sector remained a strong driver of growth, adding that the deal could help expand MOL’s international portfolio while delivering mutual economic benefits. MOL Group operates exploration and production activities in nine countries, with active production in eight, including Egypt, Iraq and Azerbaijan.
Source:Libya Observer
January 31, 2026 15:24 UTC
The Libyan European Forum for Transport and Telecoms opened in Malta from 30-31 January
The 3rd annual Libyan European Forum for Transport and Telecoms (30 to 31 January) opened in Malta yesterday. The forum was sponsored by the Tripoli based Ministry of Transport and the Libyan Telecoms Holding Company and overseen by the Union of Libyan Chambers of Commerce, the French Business (MEDEF), and the Union of European Transport Companies. Several Libyan and French companies and national institutions specializing in transport, communications, and information technology were also in attendance. The third annual forum will discuss several projects, investment opportunities, and technical presentations aimed at developing and implementing strategies for the transport, communications, and information technology sectors in Libya. It also aims to overcome obstacles to the development of these sectors in Libya, in cooperation with the European Union.
Source:Libya Today
January 31, 2026 11:59 UTC
Tripoli government delegation visits Budapest – bilateral cooperation in the fields of energy, security, and defence discussed
Libya’s Tripoli based government reported yesterday that a government delegation, headed by the National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister and including the Chairman of the National Oil Corporation and the Director of the Office of the Minister of Defence, paid an official visit to Budapest, Hungary, at the invitation of the Hungarian side. The delegation held a series of talks with several senior Hungarian officials, including the National Security Advisor, the Minister of Defence, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence, and the Chairman of Hungary’s oil and gas MOL Group. Discussions focused on ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of energy, security, and defence, and to develop mechanisms for institutional and technical coordination between relevant authorities in both countries. The talks emphasized the importance of expanding partnerships with European countries in a way that supports the protection of national interests and contributes to strengthening the capabilities of sovereign institutions, within a framework based on structured cooperation and the exchange of expertise.
Source:Libya Today
January 31, 2026 11:33 UTC