The official presentation of the results of the new round of international tenders launched by the National Oil Corporation (NOC, Libya's state-owned oil company), the first since 2008, for the allocation of oil and gas exploration areas, concluded today in Tripoli. The second offshore block awarded is Area 07, located in the Gulf of Sidra, off the north-central coast of Libya. The winning bid includes a 25% profit-oil share, 400 kilometers of 2D seismic arrays, and 1.000 square kilometers of additional 3D seismic arrays, with a two-year development plan. The initial offer indicated a profit oil share of 28 percent, which was manually revised by the company's legal representative to 25 percent during the public session. The work program includes 600 kilometers of 2D seismic, 100 square kilometers of 3D seismic, and a two-year development plan.

The Chief of Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Salah al-Din al-Namroush, has attended the World Defence Show 2026 in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, following an official invitation. The exhibition, running from 8 to 12 February, is one of the world’s leading defence and security events, bringing together senior military delegations and major international defence companies. Organisers say the show features advanced military technologies, including air defence systems, drones, surveillance and communications equipment, cyber security tools and artificial intelligence applications for military use. It also includes national pavilions representing a wide range of countries and manufacturers, positioning the event as a global platform for showcasing the latest defence innovations. His participation comes as part of efforts by Libya’s General Staff to follow global military developments and strengthen the country’s presence at international defence forums.

Two babies are among at least 53 people dead or missing after an inflatable migrant boat sank off Libya, the UN migration agency said on Monday, the latest tragedy on a dangerous route for those seeking a better life in Europe. Search for: SearchArchives Archives Select Month February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 December 2023 November 2023 October 2023 September 2023 August 2023 July 2023 June 2023 May 2023 April 2023 March 2023 February 2023 January 2023 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 February 2022 January 2022 December 2021 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 June 2021 May 2021 April 2021 March 2021 February 2021 January 2021 December 2020 November 2020 October 2020 September 2020 August 2020 July 2020 June 2020 May 2020 April 2020 March 2020 February 2020 January 2020 December 2019 November 2019 October 2019 September 2019 August 2019 July 2019 June 2019 May 2019 April 2019 March 2019 February 2019 January 2019 December 2018 November 2018 October 2018 September 2018 August 2018 March 2018 August 2017 July 2017 April 2017 February 2017 January 2017 December 2016 November 2016 September 2016 August 2016 July 2016 June 2016 May 2016 April 2016 March 2016 February 2016 January 2016 December 2015 November 2015 October 2015 September 2015 August 2015 July 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 November 2014 October 2014 September 2014 August 2014 July 2014 June 2014 May 2014 April 2014 March 2014 February 2014 January 2014 December 2013 November 2013 October 2013 September 2013 August 2013 July 2013 June 2013 May 2013 April 2013 March 2013 February 2013 January 2013 December 2012 November 2012 October 2012 September 2012 August 2012 July 2012 June 2012 May 2012 April 2012 March 2012 February 2012 January 2012 December 2011 November 2011 October 2011 September 2011 August 2011 July 2011 June 2011 May 2011 April 2011 March 2011 February 2011 January 2011 December 2010 November 2010 October 2010 September 2010 August 2010 July 2010 June 2010 May 2010 April 2010 March 2010 February 2010 January 2010 December 2009 November 2009 October 2009 September 2009 August 2009 July 2009 June 2009 May 2009 April 2009 March 2009 February 2009 January 2009 December 2008 November 2008 October 2008 September 2008 August 2008 July 2008 June 2008 May 2008 April 2008 March 2008 February 2008 January 2008 December 2007 November 2007 October 2007 September 2007 August 2007 July 2007 June 2007 May 2007 April 2007 March 2007 February 2007 January 2007 December 2006 November 2006 October 2006 September 2006 August 2006 July 2006 June 2006 May 2006 April 2006 March 2006 February 2006 January 2006 December 2005 November 2005 October 2005 September 2005 August 2005 December 2004 October 2004 May 2004 February 2004 January 2004 December 2003 October 2003 August 2003 July 2003 June 2003 January 2003 December 2002 November 2002 October 2002 September 2002 August 2002 July 2002 June 2002 April 2002 March 2002 February 2002 December 2001 November 2001 July 2001 June 2001 May 2001 April 2001 February 2001 December 2000 November 2000 October 2000 September 2000 August 2000 July 2000 June 2000 May 2000 April 2000 March 2000 February 2000 January 2000 December 1999 November 1999 October 1999 August 1999 July 1999 June 1999 May 1999 April 1999 March 1999 February 1999 January 1999 December 1998 November 1998 October 1998 September 1998 August 1998 July 1998 June 1998 May 1998 April 1998 March 1998 February 1998 January 1998 December 1997 November 1997 October 1997 September 1997 August 1997 August 1996 June 1996 May 1996 April 1996 March 1996 July 1995 June 1995 May 1995 April 1995 February 1995 January 1995 December 1994 November 1994 October 1994 August 1994 July 1994 June 1994 May 1994 July 1993 March 1993 February 1993

"We're thrilled to welcome such strong local leaders to the REMAX network." REMAX LibyaThe new regional operations of REMAX Libya are headquartered in Tripoli and is led by Region Owners Zyead Ghattour and Alhareth Ghattour, with Regional Director Ali Milad overseeing day‑to‑day operations. REMAX Libya is positioned to play a transformative role in further shaping the country's real estate industry with its structure and global best practices. REMAX Libya plans to sell and open its first independently owned and operated offices in Tripoli within the next few months. "The Azerbaijani real estate market is undergoing rapid growth with increasing urban development, foreign investment and a young, dynamic workforce," Cengiz said.

Misrata Free Zone (MFZ) announced today that its Director General, Ayman Al-Darwish, signed a memorandum of understanding with Egyptian company MAPSO Marine Propulsion, which specializes in marine technology and the supply of ship equipment and systems. The memorandum includes broad areas of cooperation, most notably:– The construction of marine fishing vessels as a first phase within the free zone. – The gradual expansion into the construction and maintenance of various types of marine vessels, including tugboats, boats, drilling rigs, and marine cranes. The exchange of expertise and technical skills will contribute to raising performance levels and developing the capabilities of workers in the Misrata Free Zone. MFZ reported that MAPSO, established in 1976, is a leading company in marine propulsion and the supply of marine components and systems for ships, with extensive experience in outfitting various types of marine vessels.

UN Pledges Smooth Transition as South Africa Pulls PeacekeepersSouth Africa announced that it had begun withdrawing its peacekeepers from the UN's MONUSCO mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo after nearly three decades of deployment. South Africa, one of the mission's top troop contributors with more than 700 soldiers, was praised by MONUSCO and the UN for its long-standing commitment and the sacrifices made by its personnel. The mission said it would work with South Africa and the UN Secretariat to ensure a safe and orderly transition. Türk said these findings aligned with the International Criminal Court's assessment that war crimes and crimes against humanity had occurred. He said recent economic reforms had helped stabilise the economy, improved federal allocations to states and boosted confidence in monetary policy.

“Exploration drilling in Libya is more of a marathon than a sprint,” Seeliger explained. “To condition yourself for this type of drilling, you need to have your crews, processes and rigs ready before you start. Looking ahead, Seeliger believes the next five years will define Libya’s upstream sector. Drilling contractors will need to go beyond traditional drilling roles to support operators with training, services and logistical infrastructure that ensure smooth operations in challenging conditions. “its going to be about bringing the right training the right services and the right support so that you can operate in a remote environment.”

The Ministry of Finance, the Delegation of the European Union to Libya, the Embassy of France in Libya, and Expertise France (www.ExpertiseFrance.fr) officially inaugurated the Invest4Libya project today. An initiative designed to strengthen Libya’s financial governance, improve its investment climate, and boost the performance and inclusiveness of the country’s MSME and entrepreneurship ecosystem. “Invest4Libya represents an important step in advancing public financial management and strengthening Libya’s economic foundations,” said H.E. Invest4Libya represents a major advance in the partnership between the European Union and Libya. The European Union is determined to share its achievements and values with countries and peoples beyond its borders.

Khalifa Haftar met UN Special Representative Hanna Tetteh, head of the UN Support Mission in Libya, to discuss ongoing cooperation in stabilising the country. The meeting, held at Haftar’s headquarters in Benghazi, was also attended by UN Deputy Head for Political Affairs Stephanie Koury and members of both delegations. According to Haftar’s media office, Tetteh briefed him on the structured dialogue committees’ discussions and dialogues, which aim to create a roadmap for holding presidential and parliamentary elections. Haftar confirmed his support for the UN mission’s initiatives, stressing the importance of advancing the political process and ultimately conducting both presidential and parliamentary elections. The two sides agreed to maintain continuous coordination and consultation to support the UN mission’s work in achieving lasting stability in Libya.

(Adobe Stock Photo)Two suspects arrested for working for the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad had been communicating since 2013 and transmitted information on Palestinian activists opposed to Israel's policies. Turkish National Intelligence Agency's "Monitum Operation," that apprehended two individuals who were determined to be working for the Israeli Intelligence Service. For employing Kerimoglu, Derya received cash payments from "Luis"— €9,000 ($10,714) in Spain on May 8, 2013, and €9,000 in Rome on June 4, 2013. Palestinian activists targetedThrough commercial and social relationships with Palestinian activists opposed to Israel's Middle East policies, the suspects gathered and transmitted information about these individuals' residential addresses and family members to Israeli intelligence. (AFP Photo)Link to 2016 Tunisia assassinationThe prosecution document made a significant revelation connecting the suspects to a known Mossad assassination.

According to a statement from the foundation, the campaign will be carried out under the slogan "Ramadan: A Call to Brotherhood." Donation costs set for food parcels and iftar mealsAs part of the initiative, IHH has determined the costs of key aid packages. Support planned for families across TürkiyeIn addition to its international efforts, IHH will continue aid distribution within Türkiye. The foundation plans to deliver food parcels and food cards to 45,000 families across all 81 provinces. Aid will include food parcels, iftar meals, holiday clothing, and religious donations such as zakat, fitrah and fidyah.

Establishing effective strategic partnerships with investorsIn his opening remarks, NOC Chairman, Masoud Suleiman, emphasized that partnership with the private sector is a fundamental pillar for developing the oil industry. He noted that the NOC fully supports establishing effective strategic partnerships with investors, which will contribute to improving operational performance and modernizing the sector’s infrastructure and industrial facilities. The workshop was organized in cooperation with the Privatization and Investment Board (PIB), and with the participation of Zallaf Libya and Zawiya Oil Refining Company. Creating a stimulating legislative and technical environmentThe sessions included an extensive panel discussion that reviewed the challenges facing investment in the sector and proposed solutions and suggestions to overcome obstacles for investors. Emphasis was placed on the importance of creating a stimulating legislative and technical environment that supports the state’s drive towards localizing and developing the oil industry.

The survivors explained that the vessel had been carrying migrants and refugees from several African countries. At least 375 people have been reported dead or missing in January alone in the central Mediterranean, according to IOM, missing migrants database. The UN agency warned that this is just the latest shipwreck to have happened amid severe winter weather, with many more tragedies feared unrecorded. So far this year, 781 migrants have been “intercepted and returned” to Libya, the UN agency said, with 244 taken back just last week. "Initial information suggests that the migrants had been held for a prolonged period in grossly inhumane conditions," IOM said.

Jamila Al-Lawati was sworn in on Sunday as mayor of Suluq Municipality, becoming the second woman to hold a mayoral post in Libya. The election process and oath-taking ceremony took place at the headquarters of the Ministry of Local Government under the parallel government, attended by the Minister of Local Government, Sami Al-Dawi, and the ministry’s undersecretary, after the completion of all required legal procedures. With her election, Al-Lawati joins Al-Zaira Al-Maqtoof, who was elected mayor of Zaltan Municipality in 2024, marking a step forward in the growing participation of women in local leadership roles.

At least 53 migrants are presumed dead or missing after the collapse of a rubber boat off Libya. Authorities say nearly 500 migrants have been reported dead or missing so far this year on the Central Mediterranean route. Ebonyi State authorities imposed a curfew and temporarily shut schools in Amasiri as investigations continued. In recent months, he appeared on the state’s wanted list after holding explosive press conferences accusing the president and his allies of wrongdoing, then fled to South Africa. South Africa has backed United Nations peacekeeping in Congo for 27 years and currently has more than 700 soldiers there.