Egypt, Algeria presidents agree on holding elections, removing mercenaries from Libya
The Egyptian president, Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi, and the Algerian, Abdel-Majid Tebboune, agreed on the need to push for holding presidential and parliamentary elections in Libya as soon as possible, in their meeting on the sidelines of the Arab summit held in Algeria. The two presidents also agreed on the need to preserve Libyan national institutions, achieve security and stability, and preserve the unity and sovereignty of the neighboring country, according to a statement by the Egyptian presidential spokesman, Ambassador Bassam Rady. They also agreed to enhance the role of the security authorities in combating terrorism and extremist groups, and to maximize international efforts to expel all foreign forces and mercenaries from Libya.
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 14:50 UTC
Director of Tarhuna's dialysis center under arrest for alleged corruption
Authorities have arrested the director of the dialysis center in Tarhuna upon orders of the Public Prosecutor. A statement by the Public Prosecution Office said the accused is being kept in police custody pending investigations in a case related to damaging public money and gaining illegal benefits. The director of Tarhuna's dialysis center is facing charges of forging documents to pass a fake deal concerning medical equipment and supplies.
Source:Libya Observer
November 02, 2022 11:43 UTC
Egyptian, Algerian presidents agree on holding consultations on Libyan crisis
Meeting of President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi and his Algerian counterpart Abdel Meguid Taboun on the sidelines of 31st Arab League Summit in Algeria. Press Photo by Egyptian PresidencyCAIRO – 2 November 2022: President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi met on Tuesday with his Algerian counterpart Abdel Meguid Taboun on the sidelines of the 31st Arab League Summit hosted by the North African state. Both presidents said they looked forward to bolstering bilateral cooperation, especially in the areas of economy and trade, as well as continuing military and intelligence coordination. Both chiefs of state similarly agreed on holding consultations on issues of mutual concern, mainly the Libyan crisis. Both presidents also viewed that elections must be coupled with inhibiting the collapse of Libyan state institutions, consolidating the role of Libyan security agencies in combating terrorism and extremist groups, as well as maximizing international efforts aimed at the deportation of foreign troops and mercenaries from Libya.
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 11:26 UTC
US woman who led female IS battalion gets 20 years in prison
Fluke-Ekren’s status as a US-born woman who rose to a leadership status in the Islamic State makes her story unique among terror cases. Fluke-Ekren asked for just a two-year sentence so she could raise her young children. Brinkema interrupted to ask Fluke-Ekren about the daughter’s allegation that she was forced to marry an Islamic State fighter who raped her at the age of 13. I never forced her.”Parekh described Fluke-Ekren as an “empress of ISIS” whose husbands rose to senior ranks in the Islamic State, often to be killed in the fighting. Even within the Islamic State, people who knew Fluke-Ekren described her radicalisation as “off the charts” and other terrorist groups refused her plans to form a female battalion until she finally found a taker in the Islamic State, Parekh said.
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 06:31 UTC
LIBYA : Deal on new government leaves Dabaiba and Bashagha out in the cold
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Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 06:11 UTC
Again, FG evacuates 117 Nigerians from Libya | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Federal Government, in collaboration with International Organisation for Migration (IOM), yesterday, said it evacuated 117 irregular Nigerian migrants from Libya. The evacuation came barely a week after the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli successfully evacuated 137 stranded Nigerians. Ambassador Kabiru Musa, Chargé D’affaires of the Nigerian Mission to Libya, made the disclosure in a statement. “Again, we have successfully evacuated another 117 more stranded Nigerians who were irregular migrants in Libya. The Nigerian Mission in Tripoli will continue to work with Libyan Authorities to ensure none of our citizens are unjustly detained and will ensure their voluntary repatriation,” Musa said.
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 05:14 UTC
FG evacuates 48 detained Nigerians, 69 others from Libya
Some of the 324 evacuees in the third evacuation flight from the United States of America arriving at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, in Abuja... on Saturday. Photo: NiDCOMThe Federal Government on Tuesday evacuated 117 Nigerians from Libya, including 48 persons released from detention centres in the North African country. A statement issued by the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli through its Chargé D’affaires, Amb. Kabiru Musa, said the evacuees left Tripoli at 1.00pm and were expected to arrive at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at 6.00pm. “The Nigerian Mission in Tripoli will continue to work with the Libyan Authorities to ensure none of our citizens is unjustly detained and will ensure their voluntary repatriation.”
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 03:15 UTC
Libya Cosmetics Market estimated to experience a hike in growth by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.3% according to a new research report
Libya Cosmetics Market estimated to experience a hike in growth by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.3% according to a new research reportThe Libya cosmetics market is projected to expand at 5.3% CAGR over the next ten years and reach a market valuation of US$ 631.7 Mn by 2032, up from US$ 360 Mn registered at the end of 2021. Report: www.persistencemarketresearch.com/checkout/33125Key Market PlayersThe report underlines ground-breaking insights into the competitive scenario of the Libya cosmetics market, along with the highlights of differential strategies used by manufacturers. Know More about Report InclusionsPersistence Market Research published a new market report on the Libya cosmetics market, covering industry analysis of 2017-2021 and forecasts for 2022 to 2032. The report also includes forecast factors and vital macroeconomic factors that are anticipated to boost the growth of the Libya cosmetics market. It also addresses the restraints that are projected to hinder market growth, along with the latest trends and potential opportunities in the market.
Source:Libya Today
November 02, 2022 00:20 UTC
U.S. woman who led female IS battalion gets 20 years in prison
"You're obviously a very intelligent woman," Brinkema told Fluke-Ekren in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia. Fluke-Ekren is the rare American woman who occupied a senior position in the ranks of the now defunct Islamic Caliphate. Fluke-Ekren, who was wearing a dark green prison jacket and black headscarf, addressed the court herself and asked the judge for a "compassionate sentence" of just two years in prison. "During training sessions, Fluke-Ekren instructed the women and young girls on the use of AK-47 assault rifles, grenades, and explosive suicide belts," Parekh said. Fluke-Ekren acknowledged in court that she had provided such training but said it was only for self-defense.
Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 22:20 UTC
Nigerian govt evacuates 117 from Libya
The Federal Government on Tuesday evacuated 117 irregular Nigerian migrants from Libya. The Chargé D’affaires of the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli, Amb. He said the returnees comprising 89 men, 22 women, and six children left Tripoli at 1:00 p.m. and would arrive at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Tuesday evening. “Among the 117 evacuees, 48 were released from Libyan detention centres, which the Nigerian government facilitated. If you like what we do, and are ready to uphold solutions journalism, kindly donate to the Ripples Nigeria cause.
Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 21:05 UTC
In pics: 31st Arab Summit kicks off in Algeria
CAIRO – 1 November 2022: The 31st Arab Summit kicked off in Algeria with the participation of several leaders and presidents along with the UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki. The inaugural session began with a speech for the Tunisian President Kais Saied who handed over the presidency of the 31st Arab Summit to the Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune. President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi headed Tuesday to Algeria to attend the 31st Arab Summit taking place on November 1-2. Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry flew to Algeria on Friday to take part in meetings of the Arab League (AL) council, preceding the summit. The Arab leaders are expected to discuss the promulgation of a number of decisions pertinent to settling disputes, restoring peace, and bringing about stability and development for the Arab nations.
Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 19:56 UTC
Kansas mom gets 20 years for leading Islamic State battalion
Fluke-Ekren's status as a U.S.-born woman who rose to a leadership status in the Islamic State makes her story unique among terror cases. Brinkema interrupted to ask Fluke-Ekren about the daughter’s allegation that she was forced to marry an Islamic State fighter who raped her at the age of 13. I never forced her.”Parekh described Fluke-Ekren as an “empress of ISIS” whose husbands rose to senior ranks in the Islamic State, often to be killed in fighting. Even within the Islamic State, people who knew Fluke-Ekren described her radicalization as “off the charts” and other terrorist groups refused her plans to form a female battalion until she finally found a taker in the Islamic State, Parekh said. In addition to forming the battalion, Fluke-Ekren admitted that while living in Libya, she helped translate, review and summarize documents taken from U.S. diplomatic facilities after the 2012 terrorist attack in Benghazi.
Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 19:17 UTC
Flickplay: What are Immersive NFTs?
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Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 17:36 UTC
Federal Govt Evacuates 117 People From Libya
The Federal Government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced on Tuesday that they had evacuated 117 unauthorized Nigerian migrants from Libya. Less than a week had passed since the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli rescued 137 Nigerians who had become stuck in Libya. “They left today, Nov. 1, at 13.00 hrs from the Tripoli International Airport and are expected to arrive the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos at 18. “Among them the 117 evacuees, 48 of them were released from Libyan detention centres and this was facilitated by the Nigerian government. The post Federal Govt Evacuates 117 People From Libya appeared first on NEWS PICKS — WITHIN NIGERIA.
Source:Libya Today
November 01, 2022 16:53 UTC
Health Ministry considers developing a system for vital medicines
The Pharmacy and Medical Supplies Department at the Ministry of Health convened a meeting on Monday that grouped directors of pharmacy services in hospitals and medical centres to discuss primary issues related to the field, most notably the development of an electronic system to track vital medicines. The officials recommended that a scientific opinion be attached to any medicine ordered outside the national list, according to the Health Ministry. They also agreed on the need to follow up on imports, expenses, and stocks between the Ministry of Health and the pharmacy departments. The participants exchanged notes on implementing successful policies to recycle stagnant medicines and control imports, as they emphasized that clearance from the Ministry of Health is necessary before importing or dispensing any free medicine samples, in particular, newly used ones.
Source:Libya Observer
November 01, 2022 16:13 UTC