The Attorney General’s Office continues to expose national ID number forgery cases. One person sells the national ID number of their deceased son. Some sell a national ID number for ten thousand dinars. Citizens and observers believe national ID forgery cannot be contained by administrative measures or arrest reports alone. It was announced that an Egyptian national learned of an unused national ID number.
Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, announced today the launch one of the largest maritime infrastructure projects in Libya’s history, through the signing of a strategic partnership to develop and expand the Misrata Free Zone port terminal. Aldabaiba said the project, with investments reaching US$ 2.7 billion, involves Qatari, Italian, and Swiss companies, most notably MSC, the world’s largest shipping company, and aims to increase the terminal’s capacity to 4 million containers annually. Continuing, he said the project not only enhances Libya’s position among the region’s largest ports in terms of size and capacity, but it also relies on direct foreign investment within a comprehensive international partnership. This partnership will handle development and operation according to clear arrangements, ensuring the project’s implementation without placing additional burdens on the state budget. It reflects our commitment to attracting productive external financing to stimulate the economy, modernize infrastructure, and transform state assets into platforms for sustainable returns.
The Central Bank of Libya announced today that it has devalued the Libyan dinar by 14.7 percent from approximately LD 5.43 to LD 6.36 per US$. The CBL had last devalued the Libyan dinar by 13.3 percent to LD 5.56/dollar on 6 April 2025. It said today’s devaluation against the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) was based on the recommendations of the Monetary Policy Committee. As a result, each Libyan dinar will now be equivalent to 0.1150 SDRs instead of 0.1348 SDRs. CBL Governor Issa justifies Libyan dinar devaluation – blames both governments for uncontrolled spending and absence of effective, targeted macroeconomic policies
Authorities in Benghazi have announced the suspension of classes at all public and private schools on Monday and Tuesday because of adverse weather conditions. The Benghazi Education Authority said the decision was taken following warnings issued by the National Meteorological Center and the parallel government, citing concerns for the safety of students and teaching staff. The meteorological centre has warned that parts of north-eastern Libya, as well as some areas in the south-west, are expected to be affected by a desert low-pressure system. The conditions are forecast to bring strong winds, dust and sand, leading to significantly reduced visibility, with near-zero visibility possible in some locations.
Benghazi – The Anti-Corruption Prosecution ordered the detention of a director. This director heads the Historic Cities Management Authority branch in the municipality. The order falls under the jurisdiction of the Benghazi Court of Appeal. This area is part of the vegetable market in Benghazi municipality. Therefore, the investigative authority ordered the accused’s precautionary detention.
An art exhibition celebrating Libya’s cultural heritage is set to open in Tripoli’s Old City later this month. Bayt Nuweiji for Culture will host the exhibition, titled “Creative Gene for Libyan Heritage,” on 31 January. The showcase aims to present traditional Libyan heritage through contemporary artistic approaches. The exhibition will feature a range of works, including hand-painted heritage artworks, digital images documenting Libyan cities, and examples of traditional handicrafts reflecting the country’s folk traditions. Organisers say the event seeks to bridge memory and innovation, offering visitors a modern interpretation of Libya’s rich cultural legacy.
The Misrata Free Zone is making a significant leap in its consolidation as Libya's main logistics hub and a link between the Mediterranean and Africa. A high-profile institutional presence is expected in Misrata for the occasion: the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Antonio Tajani; the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Qatar Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani; and the Prime Minister of the Libyan Government of National Unity Abdulhamid Dabaiba. MSC is expected to participate in Diego Aponte, president of the group, a key figure in global container shipping. The agreement between the Misrata Free Zone and TIL-MSC strengthens the city's position as a hub connecting Europe, the Mediterranean, and Africa.
BENGHAZI, Libya / ROME, Italy — In a key advancement for Italy-Libya bilateral relations, comprehensive agreements were formally signed today in Benghazi between prominent Italian partners San Donato Group, GKSD, and the Libya Reconstruction and Development Fund. Comprehensive Multi-Sector Development InitiativeThe comprehensive agreements address two fundamental pillars of national infrastructure: advanced healthcare delivery systems and modernized energy sector development. The energy sector component focuses on infrastructure rehabilitation, renewable energy integration, and capacity building to support Libya's long-term energy independence and sustainability goals. "We, San Donato Group and GKSD, signed practical agreements with Libya Reconstruction and Development Fund, aimed at supporting and boosting the health and energy sectors, focusing on employing Italian expertise, building capacity, and achieving effective and sustainable cooperation." Libya Reconstruction and Development Fund serves as the primary national coordinating body for reconstruction projects, working to rebuild Libya's infrastructure, strengthen institutions, and facilitate international partnerships that support the country's long-term development goals.
This is expected to stir up dust and sand, leading to reduced horizontal visibility and, in some areas, near-total loss of visibility. These conditions are expected to cause dense dust and sand, with direct impacts on visibility. The parallel government warned of potential impacts on traffic movement within cities and on highways due to reduced or completely absent visibility during periods of strong winds, in addition to possible disruption to maritime activities during peak times. It urged the public to exercise maximum caution while traveling and to adhere to instructions issued by the relevant authorities. The National Center of Meteorology stressed the need for extra care when driving, especially during strong wind gusts.
The management of Al-Kufra Airport announced on Friday that the airport will be temporarily closed starting Monday, January 19, for a full month, to carry out comprehensive maintenance works on the runway. In a statement, the management said the measure comes as part of efforts to ensure aviation safety and to enhance the airport’s infrastructure, guaranteeing its readiness to receive flights in line with approved standards. It added that the date for reopening the airport will be announced once the maintenance work is completed, through the official page and approved communication channels, according to the statement. The shutdown comes at a sensitive time, weeks after a Reuters report revealed that Al-Kufra Airport’s runway, which is under the control of Khalifa Haftar’s forces, had become a vital channel for the flow of weapons, fuel, and mercenaries to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces. A UN official familiar with the operations described the use of Al-Kufra Airport as having “changed the rules of the game entirely,” pointing to its role in strengthening the siege of the city of El Fasher over an 18-month period, according to Reuters.
Abubakr bin Saud, Director of the Department of Americas Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Government of National Unity, met Saturday with the Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Reinaldo José Bolívar, to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in various sectors. This meeting took place at the Ministry headquarters, as a prelude to initiating the accreditation process for Bolívar as the non-resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to the State of Libya, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and posted on its Facebook account.
Our work centres on the principle that development is the driving force for national unity, creating common ground that transcends institutional differences. We rely on this leadership to consolidate security and protect development zones, guided by the motto: “no development without security”. Investors are entering a market undergoing structural reconstruction, offering untapped opportunities and major national projects aligned with long-term development goals. How does the National Development Agency support and de-risk investments for regional and international partners? The National Development Agency (NDA) operates as the central executive platform for Libya’s priority national projects, functioning according to internationally recognised governance and delivery standards.
Misrata International Airport received the first Royal Jordanian flight on Thursday, arriving from Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, marking the resumption of regular flights between Libya and Jordan. The Embraer E190-E2 aircraft landed at 11:30 AM, amidst an official welcoming ceremony attended by the Misrata Municipal Council and the airport director. The ceremony included the traditional water salute. Royal Jordanian is to operate two flights weekly, on Sundays and Thursdays.
Italian company Eni North Africa and its partners (the National Oil Corporation, BP, and the Libyan Investment Authority) have begun drilling their first deepwater exploration well in the offshore area of the Gulf of Sirte. NOC explained that the drilling operations for this well will be carried out using a drilling vessel belonging to the Italian company Saipem. The well is located within Contract Area (38/3) in the offshore area of the Gulf of Sirte, where the water depth at the well site is approximately 1,900 meters. The well is expected to reach a depth of 4,500 meters, the NOC added.
CAIRO (AP) — A member of a criminal group linked to a mass grave containing the bodies of 21 migrants will stand trial on a charge of human trafficking, Libya’s attorney general’s office said Friday. The office said in a statement on Facebook that the gang member was being referred to court. The attorney general’s statement didn’t identify the gang. The attorney general’s office released images Friday showing bodies wrapped in black plastic bags, with some remains partially covered in dirt. Authorities arrested one of the members of the group, while remaining members are still being pursued, according to the attorney general's office.
