Three groups of migrants and refugees respectively numbering 68, 15 and 54 people (137 in total) landed on Lampedusa, Italy between midnight and dawn on Wednesday morning, Italian ANSA reported. The smallest group said they had departed from Sfax in Tunisia on Tuesday morning and that they had paid 1,500 euro each for the crossing. The group of 54 later reported that one of the two outboard motors on their seven-metre boat exploded during the journey. On Tuesday 482 migrants and refugees arrived in 14 separate landings on the tiny Sicilian island – that is closer to Tunisia than it is to Italy – in search of safety and a better future in Europe. Roughly 300 people were due to be transferred off the island to mainland Sicily by passenger ferry to Porto Empedocle on Wednesday evening.

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The Australian Museum will reword a display at a new Ancient Egypt exhibition after an Australian Jewish group complained about the use of the placename “Palestine”. The highly anticipated Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs includes a text panel that describes Ramses the Great’s involvement in the 1275BC Battle of Kadesh, which it states involved “fighting … in Libya and Palestine”. The display at the Australian Musuem’s Ramses exhibition mentioning Libya and Palestine. Credit: Anthony SegaertDays before Christmas, the Australian Jewish Association (AJA) announced on social media it had written to the museum “about inaccurate use of the word ‘Palestine’ in an exhibit on Ancient Egypt”. The Sydney institution issued a statement to this masthead saying it used “both ancient geographic locations such as the site of the Battle of Kadesh and modern geographical context referencing Ramses’ battles in what is known today as Libya and Palestine.”

The Ministry of Health has reviewed the file of patients applying for treatment abroad, especially oncology patients who are not currently receiving treatment. This came during the participation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Ramadan Abu Janah, and the head of the Internal Security Service, in the meetings of the Supreme Security Technical Central Committee to follow up on public and private health facilities, and to grant permission to local companies to urgently supply medicines to oncology patients.

Libya’s Stock Market Reopens after Nine Years, Signalling Economic RevivalThe Libyan Stock Market, a significant cog in the nation’s economic machine, has resumed trading after a hiatus of over nine years, brought on by political and security upheavals. The ceremony underscored the aspirations for economic growth and the role of the stock market in driving this growth. This tempered response is indicative of the cautious optimism that surrounds the market’s reopening. Stock Market: A Beacon for Economic StabilityThe reinstated market is seen as a potential catalyst for big-scale improvements in Libya’s economy. A parallel trading hall in Benghazi, Libya’s second city, is also on the cards for a trading resumption shortly.

The Attorney General’s Office announced today the detention, pending the case, of the former chairman, a former General Manager, and the Head of the Main Branch of the (private sector) Alejmaa Alarabi Bank. The former bank officials are accused of the abuse of the job duties assigned to them and the abandonment of their duties in their reluctance to take measures to ensure that the bank retains funds whose value is not less than the total of its obligations due to be paid. They are also accused of a tendency to show data related to foreign exchange that is contrary to the truth. Specifically, they are charged of:

Libya Bolsters Border Security Amidst Political ChallengesOn the shores of the Mediterranean, where the sands of the Sahara meet the waves of the sea, Libya is taking steps to fortify its borders. The pivotal meeting was centered on bolstering border security and curbing illegal activities, including smuggling and various forms of cross-border crime. Towards Stability and SecurityThe efforts to strengthen border security are part of a wider initiative to maintain stability and security in Libya and its surrounding regions. Political Challenges AheadHowever, these efforts occur amidst significant political challenges. The stalemate between the Government of National Unity (GNU) and the eastern-based Government of National Stability (GNS) continues to foster political, security, and economic instability.

The family of Abu Agila Masud Al-Mariami, the Libyan citizen suspected in the Lockerbie case, said that the defense team tackling the case file reviewed its details and expressed satisfaction at the possibility of Masud's being found not guilty of the charges against him. The Federal Court announced May 12, 2025, as the date for the trial of Abu Agila, who faces three charges, including his participation in manufacturing the bomb that was on board the Pan Am plane that crashed in Lockerbie, Scotland in 1988. Regarding Abu Agila's health condition, the family indicated that the defense team will submit a request to the court to consider the possibility of transferring him to house arrest outside the prisons, as he suffers from chronic diseases. Meanwhile, the American lawyer Coby Flauser of Brown Goldstein visited Abu Agila in prison and listened to his health conditions and his treatment inside the prison. The family stated that the team will also submit a request, immediately after starting its work, for them to attend the trial session, similar to what the families of the plane victims requested, pointing out that the US Congress had passed a law allowing attendance at the sessions before the federal court rejected their request.

Prolonged stalemateAdvertisement ›Libya has remained mired in crisis since the postponement of national elections, originally planned for December 2021. The impasse between rivals Government of National Unity (GNU) based in Tripoli (in the West), and the eastern-based Government of National Stability (GNS) which is aligned with the House of Representatives (HoR) and the Libyan National Army (LNA). The stalemate has been driving the country’s political, security and economic instability, including contributing to the scale of destruction and tragic loss of life caused by Storm Daniel in Derna and surrounding areas in September. Preconditions by some actors“I am pleased to report that none of the institutional players outrightly rejected my invitation,” Mr. Bathily added, explaining that some set out conditions for their participation. “This not only infringes their fundamental rights but also erodes the rule of law in Libya and further reduces public trust in the justice system and political process,” Mr. Bathily said.

AdvertisementAfter a hiatus lasting more than nine years due to political and security challenges, Libya's Stock Market reopened for trading on Monday in a hall located in the capital city of Tripoli. AdvertisementAnother trading hall in Benghazi, Libya's second-largest city, is expected to recommence trading next week, according to a source. Prime Minister Dbeibah highlighted the significance of the stock market in bolstering the Libyan economy. AdvertisementAshour stressed that the success of the market would hinge on the stability and development of various sectors within the state. AdvertisementThe Libyan Stock Market, inaugurated in 2006, faced disruptions following the fall of the Gaddafi regime in 2011 during the NATO-backed uprising, leading to a suspension of trading for over 12 months.

Unity and Vigilance Emphasized at Libya’s 72nd Independence Day CelebrationThe 72nd Independence Day celebration in Libya was marked by a call for unity and vigilance against division, as the nation grapples with political instability. He reiterated the sacrifices made by the founding fathers and emphasized that Libya is a trust that must be preserved, along with its independence. Libya’s Struggle with Political InstabilityDespite celebrating 72 years of independence, Libya is contending with political tribulations that threaten its unity. Looking Towards a Future of Unity and StrengthLibya’s Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Dbeibeh echoed Al-Haddad’s sentiments during the nation’s independence anniversary. Dbeibeh also underscored the importance of maintaining the prestige of the independence flag as a symbol of jihad, union, and heritage.

The Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah attended Monday the reopening of trading in the buying and selling of shares for entities listed in the Libyan Stock Market after a nine-year hiatus. The reopening ceremony was at the headquarters of the Libyan Stock Market, as Dbeibah rang the bell in the Tripoli and Benghazi halls. The Libyan Prime Minister expressed his desire for all Libyans to participate in the Libyan Stock Market, wishing it would not only to be limited to institutions, but also to individuals and "large sectors." "This is a rebirth for the Stock Market sector, which enjoys a high position in the economy... He considered that this is an appropriate time for the return of activity and trading in light of a stable security situation, stressing that the challenges facing the Stock Market are very great.

TRIPOLI, Dec 25 (Reuters) - Libya's Stock Market resumed trading on Monday at a hall in the capital Tripoli after more than nine years of closure because of the political and security situation. The stock market also has a trading hall in Libya's second city of Benghazi where trading is expected to resume next week, a source said on Monday. "The importance of the stock market is embodied in doubling the gross domestic product and helping to close the budget deficit, which reduces the burden on the state’s general budget," he said. He said the stock market would strive to bring about an increase in the volume of listings. After the fall of the former regime of Mummar Gaddafi in the NATO-backed uprising in 2011, it suspended trading for more than 12 months.

The National Accord Bloc of the High Council of State (HCS) announced on Monday its denunciation of the statements of US Ambassador Richard Norlad on National Independence Day. The bloc expressed – in a statement – its condemnation of “the crude statements of the American ambassador, which are outside diplomatic decorum, and which express arrogance in dealing with Libyan sovereign institutions.”The National Accord Bloc made clear that interfering in Libyan political affairs with inappropriate statements is completely unacceptable. “The Libyan people have suffered terribly in the wake of the devastating flooding that hit eastern Libya. The solidarity they demonstrated was a clear reminder that Libyans remain united. We urge Libyan leaders to show similar unity of purpose and fulfill their responsibilities to the Libyan people in order to deliver long-term stability, security, and prosperity,” he added.

Libya has been ravaged by political and military turmoil for last several years | Image: APAdvertisementAfter a hiatus of nine years, Libya's Stock Market resumed trading on Monday at a hall in the capital Tripoli. The closure of the capital market was triggered by political turmoil and fragile security situation in the country. AdvertisementThe stock market also has a trading hall in Libya's second city of Benghazi where trading is expected to resume next week. AdvertisementHe said the stock market would strive to bring about an increase in the volume of listings. After the fall of the former regime of Mummar Gaddafi in the NATO-backed uprising in 2011, it suspended trading for more than 12 months.