Heavy gunfire, clashes in Libya’s Tripoli after killing of militia leader

The United Nations has called for urgent de-escalation in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, as rival gunmen exchanged fire in the city’s southern districts after the killing of a powerful militia leader and authorities imposed an emergency lockdown. The appeal …

UN mission calls for military de-escalation in Libya's capital

TRIPOLI, May 12 (Xinhua) -- The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) on Monday called for de-escalation in Tripoli, following reports of military mobilization and tensions between rival armed factions in the Libyan capital. "UNSMIL is …

Libya backs Pakistan–India ceasefire, FM tells ambassador

Libya has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India, describing it as a step towards regional peace and stability, the country’s acting foreign minister has said. Al-Taher Al-Baour, who is currently overseeing the Ministry of Foreign …

Qatar, UN hold talks to support Libya’s political process

Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, held discussions in Tripoli with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Tetteh, focused on …

Qatari Minister assures Menfi of support to Libya's legitimate institutions

Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, reaffirmed his country’s firm stance in support of Libya and its legitimate institutions during a meeting with Presidential Council Head Mohammed Menfi. Menfi received Al- …

UN Urges Calm Amid Escalating Tensions in Libya's Capital

(MENAFN) The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) urged for calm on Monday as military mobilization and escalating tensions were reported in Tripoli, Libya's capital. "UNSMIL is closely monitoring reports of the military build-up and …

Libya Clashes Break Out After Security Chief Death Claim

(MENAFN) Intense fighting broke out in Libya's capital, Tripoli, on Monday as opposing armed groups clashed. The violence follows unconfirmed reports of the death of Abdul-Ghani al-Kikli, also known as Ghaniwa, who led the Stability Support Department, …

Is Libya a willing partner or political pawn in Trump’s deportation strategy?

In a series of secretive diplomatic manoeuvres, Washington is reportedly courting Libya’s rival governments to accept deported migrants from Latin America and Southeast Asia – even as the North African nation remains mired in lawlessness and political …

Two children die in Libya-Italy crossing, NGO says

Many of the survivors, who were taken to Lampedusa, suffered chemical burns from salt water and fuel, the group said. Two children and four adults in critical condition were handed over to the Italian coast guard to be brought ashore more quickly. The …

Minister of Transport Shahoubi held meeting with President of Saudi Civil Aviation Authority – return of Saudi Airlines ...