The Directorates Support Force in the Western Region announced on Thursday the death of two of its members and the injury of two others following a drone strike that targeted its patrols in Al-Ajilat. The Force explained that patrols from its Al-Ajilat office received a report from a citizen about a boat at sea prepared to set sail for the purpose of illegal migration. The patrols moved to the location and found a boat as a group of migrants was preparing to board it. However, the migrants fled upon the patrols’ arrival, while two individuals were apprehended. The force said its patrols were targeted by a drone while attempting to tow the boat from the sea, resulting in varying injuries to two members of the force and the death of two others.

The Director of the Media Office of Al-Kufra Municipality, Abdullah Suleiman, confirmed the release of Libyan truck drivers who had been detained by armed groups in Chad after their arrival there. Social media platforms had circulated a shocking video showing armed Chadians whipping a number of Libyan truck drivers. The footage sparked widespread public outrage in Libya, along with official and popular calls to ensure full protection for truck drivers working on cross-border transport routes. The council strongly condemned what it described as a blatant violation of human rights, stressing that the incident threatens the security and safety of citizens and undermines stability in the region. It also announced the suspension of truck traffic to and from Chad through the jurisdiction of Al-Kufra Municipality as a temporary precautionary measure, until the drivers’ safety is guaranteed and secured.

The Ministry of Education has instructed the national curriculum centre to immediately begin preparations for printing school textbooks for the 2026–2027 academic year, in an effort to ensure books reach schools on time and avoid disruptions seen in previous years. The directive was issued during a technical meeting chaired by Deputy Minister for Educational Affairs Masouda Al-Aswad and attended by senior officials, including Deputy Minister for Monitoring Affairs Mohsen Al-Kabeer and the minister’s adviser Ahmed Shahat. Reports presented by inspection and education departments highlighted levels of discipline and organisation across schools. Officials acknowledged persistent challenges, particularly delays in textbook delivery, which they said had hindered teaching. Al-Aswad said moving quickly on textbook printing would help stabilise the school year from the outset.

Mahmoud Abdulaziz discussed political developments and protests in Tripoli. He stated that elections and a constitution are required. Al-Marsad newspaper monitored the broadcast. No, a thousand times no.” He insisted, “People are aware and clear-headed. They came out in the dozens, and everyone mocked them.” He extended greetings “to all understanding and aware people who disliked this absurdity.”

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Misrata – The third week of the Libyan Premier League’s first leg continues. Matches for the third round of groups Two and Four will be completed today, Thursday, and tomorrow, Friday. In Group Two, Ittihad Gharyan faces Ittihad Misrata today, Thursday. Al-Shumou’ FC will host Ittihad at Misrata Stadium. This group’s matches conclude tomorrow, Friday.

The Interior Ministry says it has deported a group of Bangladeshi nationals as part of its national programme to repatriate people in the country without legal status. The ministry said the deportations were carried out through Mitiga International Airport after the completion of legal procedures and coordination with relevant authorities. Officials said the programme aims to curb migrant flows through Libya, improve border control and support domestic security and stability. The ministry described the policy as part of a broader approach combining law enforcement, regulation of foreign residents and cooperation with countries of origin. Libya remains a major transit route for migrants attempting to reach Europe across the Mediterranean, making migration management one of the country’s most persistent challenges.

The Government of National Unity (GNU) has declared full support for the Supreme Court in a growing dispute with the House of Representatives, saying the independence of the judiciary must be protected. The government said judicial independence is “the cornerstone” of any democratic process, and called on parliament and all political actors to respect constitutional limits and avoid unilateral actions that could destabilise the country. It urged the UN mission and the wider international community to monitor developments and support the independence and structure of Libya’s judiciary. Earlier, the Supreme Court’s General Assembly criticised the parliamentary speaker, accusing him of undermining the judiciary and making unfounded allegations against the court’s president. The Assembly said the creation of a constitutional court is a constitutional matter, not one for the legislature, and rejected claims of divisions within the judicial system.

The Criminal Court has convicted an employee of the Al-Maamoura Civil Registry Office on charges of forging family records. The Public Prosecution stated that the forgery enabled a foreign national to unlawfully obtain thirteen national identification numbers, thereby granting access to rights derived from Libyan citizenship. In its most recent session, the South Tripoli Court of Appeal upheld the conviction, sentencing the defendant to three years in prison and ordering the recovery of the proceeds obtained from the crime.

Libya, the slow but steady advance of troops loyal to the United Nations Government towards Sirte in Libya continues. Government troops are taking more and more ground from the Islamic State in Libya every day. According to data from Libyan media, government troops have taken over most of the city of Sirte in Libya. The advance of loyalist troops has been slowed by hidden bombs and mines, which are ready to explode. © Balkans Web

TRIPOLI, Dec. 31 (Xinhua) -- Libya's public debt stood at nearly 50 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, according to the annual report of the Libyan Audit Bureau, excerpts of which were published on Wednesday by the state-run Libyan News Agency. Total debt reached 270 billion Libyan dinars (around 49.8 billion dollars), including 84 billion dinars owed by the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) and 186 billion dinars owed by the eastern-based administration appointed by the House of Representatives, the report said. The Audit Bureau said debt levels have remained largely unchanged since 2020. The debt figure nearly matches Libya's economic output, with World Bank data putting the country's 2024 gross domestic product at 46.6 billion dollars. Libya has faced prolonged political instability since the 2011 NATO-backed uprising that ousted Muammar Gaddafi and remains divided between the GNU, led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibah in the west, and an eastern government headed by Osama Hammad and backed by the House of Representatives.

(AA Photo)Türkiye’s National Defense Minister Yasar Guler said Wednesday that no terrorist organization, including PKK, YPG and SDF, will be allowed to continue operating in the region. He added that the Turkish Armed Forces continue to contribute to security missions in multiple countries, including Azerbaijan, Libya and Somalia. The SDF is dominated by the terrorist group YPG, which Türkiye considers the Syrian branch of the terrorist PKK. Syrian authorities say the SDF has not taken steps in recent months to comply with the terms of the agreement. Officials in neighboring Türkiye have also stressed that the SDF must adhere to the deal, warning that security developments in Syria directly affect Türkiye.

The UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has expressed deep concern over the escalating dispute related to the constitutional judiciary, warning that it poses a threat to the unity, independence, and integrity of the judicial system. In a statement, the mission stressed that the Libyan judiciary is a fundamental pillar for preserving the unity of the state, and that any division affecting it would have far-reaching consequences impacting all aspects of life in the country. It also stressed that the existence of a unified and independent judiciary is the cornerstone for establishing the rule of law and achieving the desired democratic governance. It urged all Libyan judicial and political actors to engage in constructive and serious dialogue aimed at finding consensus-based solutions that protect the unity of the judicial institution and place the supreme national interest above all other considerations. UNSMIL renewed its commitment to stand by the Libyan people, affirming its full readiness to provide the necessary support and to back any national efforts aimed at safeguarding judicial unity and strengthening the rule of law to ensure the country’s stability.

Akakus Oil Operations announced today that it has succeeded in exceeding its production target of 320,000 barrels per day, having reached approximately 325,796 barrels per day as of 30 December 2025. The company said this achievement comes as part of its strategic plans to increase production rates and is the result of a comprehensive package of well-considered technical and administrative measures. Progress by adhering to approved target for number of drilled wellsThe Engineering and Projects Department played a pivotal role in achieving this progress by adhering to the approved target for the number of drilled wells. To date, ten new wells have been connected, in addition to the successful commissioning of a significant strategic project. Commitment to NOC strategic plansAkakus Oil Operations Company said that, through all its staff, it affirms its national commitment and continued support for the strategic plans of the National Oil Corporation, and its continued work to raise production rates according to the highest professional standards, in a way that enhances the sustainability and efficiency of the oil sector.

Islamabad (TDI): Pakistan’s state-owned oil explorer Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) is looking to expand its international footprint by forging strategic partnerships with energy stakeholders in Libya and Vietnam, officials said on Monday. This arrangement highlights OGDC’s active engagement in international partnerships and its ability to collaborate with foreign firms on strategic projects. OGDC is also in exploratory talks with industry players in Vietnam, a country with growing energy demand and a dynamic petroleum sector. Expanding global energy ties can help OGDC access advanced technologies, enhance production efficiencies, and contribute to Pakistan’s long-term energy strategy. With energy demand on the rise both domestically and internationally, OGDC’s push to explore partnerships in Libya and Vietnam underscores a growing recognition that global collaboration may be key to meeting future challenges in the energy landscape.