UN: Economic imbalances negatively affecting Libyan households
Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary General and Resident Coordinator in Libya, Ulrika Richardson, confirmed that the current economic imbalances in the country are negatively impacting the lives of Libyan families. This came during an online discussion held on April 1, which focused on the work of the economic track of the structured dialogue and its role in providing recommendations to address key economic challenges and improve living standards. More than sixty participants from across Libya took part in the discussion, expressing concerns about the lack of transparency and limited economic opportunities, particularly for youth and women. Participants also addressed the role of the United Nations in Libya, raising questions about the organization’s efforts to support the country under current conditions. Participants will also begin drafting a practical and implementable outcome document, including actionable economic recommendations, to be incorporated into the final report of the structured dialogue scheduled for release in June 2026.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 18:56 UTC
Dbeibah urges timely textbook delivery and exam preparedness
Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah stressed the importance of ensuring school textbooks are printed, supplied, and distributed on schedule, with no delays across all schools. During his meeting with Education Minister Mohammed Al-Qeeb, discussions also focused on the progress of the academic year and readiness for preparatory and secondary certificate exams, including the necessary technical and organizational arrangements to guarantee a fair and well-regulated environment. He also emphasized the need to announce the start date of the upcoming academic year early, supporting stability in the education system and allowing authorities to prepare in advance.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 18:56 UTC
Ancient statue head discovered in Shahat handed over to authorities
A citizen has handed over a head of an ancient statue of a woman after discovering it on his farm north of the city of Shahat. The Department of Antiquities praised the citizen, Al-Farjani Amadi, for immediately reporting and submitting the artifact, highlighting his strong sense of national responsibility and commitment to protecting cultural heritage. The piece was received by the head of the museums department, with all necessary procedures taken. It has since been transferred to storage for scientific documentation and officially recorded in the archaeological registry.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 18:55 UTC
Unidentified body found on Tripoli beach
The Tripoli branch of the Red Crescent reported the discovery of an unidentified body on Ghout Al-Rumman beach late Monday night. According to the branch, the body is believed to belong to an illegal migrant. A specialized recovery team retrieved the body after obtaining authorization from the Public Prosecution, following established legal and humanitarian procedures. The body has been handed over to the relevant authorities to complete the necessary formalities.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 18:40 UTC
Libyan researcher joins IAEA meeting on microplastics study
The head of research affairs at the Libyan Centre for Plastics Research, Dr Hussein Al-Tamimi has taken part in a meeting at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as part of a regional effort to support advanced environmental research. A statement by Centre said the participation comes within the launch of a regional scientific project aimed at improving understanding of microplastic pollution and its impact on marine environments across Africa. The project relies on nuclear techniques and isotope tracing methods. Supported by the IAEA, the initiative seeks to assess sources of plastic pollution — particularly microplastics — along Libya’s coastline and in other African countries, while analysing their distribution using advanced scientific methodologies. It will also examine the environmental impact of microplastics on marine ecosystems, including marine life and food chains, and explore effective scientific approaches for the safe disposal of plastic waste and mitigation of its long-term effects.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 15:09 UTC
Al-Lafi holds talks with security leaders in Tripoli
Abdullah Al-Lafi, deputy head of the Presidential Council and commander-in-chief of the Libyan army, has held talks with senior military and security officials in Tripoli to discuss efforts to strengthen stability and safeguard state institutions. The meeting focused on recent security and military developments, as well as key challenges facing the country. Discussions also addressed ways to improve coordination and integration among security and military bodies to enhance readiness and institutional capacity. Al-Lafi stressed that the current stage requires strong institutional discipline and closer cooperation, highlighting that unified efforts are essential to maintaining security and stability across Libya.
Source:Libya Observer
April 08, 2026 14:24 UTC
'I'm innocent': Former president Sarkozy challenges conviction over alleged Libya funding
Sarkozy, 71, is challenging his conviction after being found guilty in September of criminal conspiracy. Sarkozy's wife, supermodel-turned-singer Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, attended Tuesday's hearing, which focused on his role as a conservative presidential candidate and then president from 2007 to 2012. The case saw Sarkozy, who has always denied any wrongdoing, become modern France's first president to have gone to prison. Read more'Welcome to hell': Sarkozy discusses prison stay, far-right rapprochement in new bookThe lower court found Sarkozy guilty of criminal conspiracy over what it said was a scheme to acquire Libyan funding, but not of receiving or using the funds for the campaign. Sarkozy has faced a series of legal issues since leaving office and has already received two definitive convictions in other cases.
Source:Libya Today
April 08, 2026 00:38 UTC
Russia, China veto U.N. resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Russia and China vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution Tuesday on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a text already diluted to remove Gulf states' desired green light to use force to protect the key shipping lane. The draft resolution prepared by Bahrain and supported by the United States received 11 votes in favor, two against and two abstentions. Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani said Gulf states "regret" the outcome. He said he understood concerns about transit in the Strait of Hormuz, and that Russia and China would propose an alternative draft resolution, without giving a date. In 2011, NATO obtained the green light to intervene in Libya when Russia abstained from a vote.
Source:Libya Today
April 07, 2026 21:34 UTC
France's Sarkozy maintains innocence at Libya election funding trial
France's former President Nicolas Sarkozy maintained his innocence at an appeal hearing in Paris on Tuesday over his conspiracy conviction last year, saying that not a single cent from Libya helped fund his 2007 presidential campaign. Sarkozy, 71, is challenging his conviction after being found guilty in September of criminal conspiracy. Sarkozy rejects allegations"The truth is that I did not act in favour of Mr Senoussi … who is in prison (in Libya) because he was arrested following the international action led by France," Sarkozy said. The trial at Paris appeals court is scheduled to last until 3 June, with a verdict expected at a later date. "Up to now, the various hearings have not resulted in these explanations and we are now expecting them from the main defendant, namely Nicolas Sarkozy," he said.
Source:Libya Today
April 07, 2026 20:26 UTC
Ukrainian forces operating in Libya have attacked a Russian tanker, officials say
CAIRO — Ukrainian forces are operating in western Libya under a covert deal endorsed by the West, and they used the Northern African country’s territory to strike a Russian tanker in the Mediterranean last month, two Libyan officials said Tuesday. Russia blamed the attack on Ukrainian sea drones. One of the officials said the March 3 drone strike that hit the tanker was launched by Ukrainian operatives in a military facility in Tripoli. In recent weeks, Libyan authorities attempted to tow the tanker to a “safe zone” off the country’s western coast. However, their efforts failed due to “harsh” weather conditions and strong winds that caused the tanker to drift “out of control.”Neither Russian nor Ukrainian officials made any immediate comment on the claims.
Source:Libya Today
April 07, 2026 19:16 UTC
Libyan charity group visits Indonesia to bolster cooperation
The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral friendship and explore potential collaboration in social, educational, and Muslim community development, while expanding sustainable humanitarian programs between the two sides. During the discussion, the STACO delegation presented various initiatives and ideas in the fields of education, religious training, and community development. These efforts are intended to enhance the quality of religious education and strengthen the capacity of Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) and other Islamic educational institutions across Indonesia. He noted that such cooperation could effectively support community development grounded in Islamic educational values and social diplomacy. The meeting also opened avenues for expanding social programs in areas that require greater support in education and community empowerment.
Source:Libya Observer
April 07, 2026 19:14 UTC
Germany’s Ferrostaal to resume its gas exploitation work at AGOCO’s Sarir and Messla J22 Fields
Libya’s eastern based Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) announced today that Germany’s Ferrostaal oil services company is to resume its gas exploitation work at AGOCO’s Sarir and Messla J22 Fields. The project aims to capture natural gas released during crude oil production. AGOCO said this move comes within the framework of its commitment to supporting gas development projects, increasing production rates, and achieving optimal utilization of resources. In June 2025 AGOCO had announced that 96% of the gas utilization project at the J22 field had been completed. It had also announced that the final phase of the project was to begin on 15 July.
Source:Libya Today
April 07, 2026 18:55 UTC
300 children mark International Day for Mine Awareness in Tripoli
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya announced on Monday that more than 300 Libyan children, accompanied by their families, gathered at the Scouts Theater in Tripoli to mark the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, under the slogan “Invest in Peace, Invest in Mine Action.”The event, held on Saturday, was jointly organized by UNSMIL’s Mine Action Service, the Libyan Mine Action Center, the General Movement of Scouts and Guides, the Libyan Peace Organization, and the Libyan Red Crescent, according to the mission’s Facebook post. The gathering aimed to raise awareness among children and their families about the dangers posed by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and unsafe munitions. The event featured a full day of interactive activities, including games, drawing sessions, awareness programs, songs, and theatrical performances, all centered around the values of peace, safety, and protection. Children were also given space to express their hopes for a safer future, with their artwork and performances reflecting themes of peace, resilience, and every child’s right to grow up in a safe environment, the mission said.
Source:Libya Observer
April 07, 2026 18:25 UTC
Al-Ahli Benghazi qualifies for BAL 6 finals
Al-Ahli Benghazi secured qualification for the finals of the sixth edition of the Basketball Africa League (BAL 6), set to kick off in Kigali, Rwanda, on May 22. The team qualified after finishing third in the Pretoria qualifiers in South Africa, following their third victory against the host team, South Africa’s Giants, with a score of 110–72 (56–34 at halftime). South Sudan’s Jo Lual emerged as the star of the match, recording 21 points, six rebounds, and five assists. The finals will take place in Kigali from May 22 to 31. For the first time, the competition will feature a home-and-away format in the knockout stage, with teams matched based on rankings: first vs. eighth, second vs. seventh, third vs. sixth, and fourth vs. fifth.
Source:Libya Observer
April 07, 2026 18:24 UTC
UNSMIL launches third round of economic track of Structured Dialogue
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) announced that members of the economic track of the Structured Dialogue resumed their third round of in-person meetings on Monday in the capital, Tripoli, according to a statement posted on its Facebook page. According to the mission, the four-day round will continue in-depth discussions on economic policy, macroeconomic stability, and ways to enhance transparency and accountability in the sector. Participants will also begin drafting a practical and implementable outcome document, including actionable economic recommendations to be incorporated into the final report of the structured dialogue, scheduled for release in June 2026. On January 23, the mission had announced that the economic track reached an important consensus on the need to unify the national budget and reform the governance of oil revenues, considering them key entry points to addressing economic imbalances and enhancing financial stability. In parallel with other structured dialogue tracks; governance, security, human rights, and national reconciliation, the economic track will propose mechanisms to help ensure the implementation of its recommendations.
Source:Libya Observer
April 07, 2026 18:19 UTC