Tensions between the rival governments in Libya are on the rise once more, amid new disputes over oil revenues and a drone strike on Wagner facilities. The eastern House of Representatives (HoR) discussed actions on the oil industry this week. Libya Oil and Gas Minister Mohamed Oun expressed his concerns over the threats. Following Oun’s comments, the GNU on June 29 claimed to have carried out a drone strike on a site used by Russian mercenaries, the Wagner Group. The strike on Wagner may have been opportunistic, following the recent insurrection in Russia.

Source: Libya Today June 30, 2023 09:07 UTC