Libyan players training ahead of AFCON 2025 qualifier match against Benin Republic in Benghazi. Libya begins early trainingAs seen in images shared by the Libyan FF, the Mediterranean Knights have commenced training for their final game on Monday, less than 24 hours after beating Rwanda. How Libya helped NigeriaLegit.ng reported on how Libya easily helped Nigeria qualify for AFCON 2025 despite their hostage ordeal at Al Abraq International Airport last month. The Mediterranean Knights have been involved in three actions, two of which indirectly contributed to the Super Eagles having an easy ride to the tournament in Morocco. How Libya could qualifyLegit.ng analysed how Libya could qualify for AFCON 2025 after recording a shock win over Rwanda in Kigali, boosting their chances of making it to Morocco.

Discovery & DevelopmentTurkey’s Abdülhamid Han drillship has begun operations at the Amasra-4 well, aiming to expand the country's Black Sea natural gas production, which has already reached 8 mcm/day. Turkey’s domestic natural gas output, coupled with international partnerships in Iraq, Russia, and Azerbaijan (40,000 bpd combined), is reducing its import dependency, now down to 85%. Impact Oil & Gas has sold a stake in Namibia’s offshore blocks 2912 and 2913B to TotalEnergies, receiving $99M to cover pre-2024 costs. Coterra Energy (CTRA) announced $3.95B in acquisitions of assets from Avant Natural Resources and Franklin Mountain Energy, marking its first deals since the 2021 Cabot-Cimarex merger. The deals are expected to close in Q1 2025, reinforcing Coterra's shift toward oil-heavy operations amid low natural gas prices.

Pakistan has climbed to fifth place among countries with the highest number of illegal immigrants in Europe, according to a report released by the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR). The report detailed that Pakistan was not among the top 10 countries for illegal migration to Europe in 2022 but surged to fifth place by mid-2023. During the first half of 2023, around 13,000 Pakistanis reached Europe through these routes, with 10,000 not returning. The report also revealed a 280% increase in illegal emigration from Pakistan to Europe in the first 10 months of 2022. The report recommended targeted awareness campaigns in high-migration areas, forming intelligence units at the district level, and establishing legal migration channels to counter human trafficking and illegal migration.

Anti-government activists have called for a tough day of protests in Libya on Thursday. This call was made as a wave of political unrest has occurred in several Arab countries, following current popular uprisings that have toppled leaders in Egypt and Tunisia. Public discontent is rare in Libya. The call for today's protests was made through activists on the Internet and social networks. The European Union has asked Libya to allow "free expression".

Craig Melvin Steps Into Lead Role on NBC’s ‘Today’ Show \ Newslooks \ Washington DC \ Mary Sidiqi \ Evening Edition \ Veteran NBC anchor Craig Melvin has been promoted to co-host the 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. segment of Today, succeeding Hoda Kotb. Craig Melvin to Replace Hoda Kotb: Quick LooksProminent Promotion : Craig Melvin will co-anchor Today’s flagship early morning hours, succeeding Hoda Kotb. : Craig Melvin will co-anchor Today’s flagship early morning hours, succeeding Hoda Kotb. Kotb’s Farewell : Hoda Kotb departs from the 7–9 a.m. block on January 10, with future projects undisclosed. : Hoda Kotb departs from the 7–9 a.m. block on January 10, with future projects undisclosed.

Copy LinkIn the Mediterranean Sea, 120 kilometres off Libya’s coast, lies one of Africa’s most significant energy assets—the Bouri Field. Its 38 wells maintain a daily production of approximately 30,000 barrels, making it a crucial component of Libya’s energy infrastructure. The dispute centred on continental shelf rights, with both Tunisia and Libya claiming access to the resource-rich waters. Today, the Bouri Field continues operations under Libyan jurisdiction, serving as a testament to the complex interplay between natural resources, territorial sovereignty, and international law in North Africa. Today, the Bouri Field continues operations under Libyan jurisdiction, serving as a testament to the complex interplay between natural resources, territorial sovereignty, and international law in North Africa.

Nigeria Super Eagles are lol through to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to be hosted by Morocco after Libya defeated Rwanda. The Mediterranean Knights snatched a narrow 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali, thanks to a late strike by Fahd SaadMohamed. The game was closely contested, with both sides creating chances but struggling to find the back of the net. The win pushed Libya up to four points, although they remain at the bottom of Group D, while Rwanda stays in third with five points. The results means the Super Eagles are automatically through to the final as they currently top Group D with 10 points irrespective of the outcome of the game against Benin Republic.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria of are through to the 2025 AFCON before their penultimate game of the qualifiers against Benin Republic in Cote d’Ivoire, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. Top of the group with ten points, the Nigerians would have gone into the game against Benin looking for a point to gain an unassailable lead but that won’t be the case anymore after Libya pulled one of the shock results of the group by beating Rwanda in Kigali. It means Nigeria with ten points will at worst finish second as no other team from the duo of Libya and Rwanda stuck at four and five points respectively can overhaul their tally with one game left to play, only Benin Republic can with a win over Nigeria today and also Libya in their final game of the qualifiers. AdvertisementLibya’s result achieved by a goal from Fahd T Saad Mohamed with six minutes left to play has rendered Nigeria’s last two games in the group to a dead rubber tie, but they will still be keen to finish as group winners.

Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced that the Libyan Fertilizer Company today successfully restarted its second urea plant. This comes after a closure of more than 16 months due to the completion of its annual overhaul. The overhaul, the NOC said, coincided with the implementation of several projects, most notably the installation of a high-pressure “reactor”, lining the high-pressure “washing device”, and working on repairing boilers. ‎The plant’s production capacity has reached 80% of its full capacity, which is gradually expandable, the NOC said.‎LIFECO restarts second ammonia and second urea plants after two-month haltAfter takeover of Yara’s stake: Lifeco’s name changed to Libyan Fertilizer Company (libyaherald.com)NOC acquires Norwegian Yara’s 50 percent stake in Libyan-Norwegian Fertilizers Company (libyaherald.com)NOC suspends gas supplies to Libyan Norwegian Fertilizer Co. pending debt payment | (libyaherald.com)Lifeco’s resumed fertiliser output boosts Norwegian partner Yara | (libyaherald.com)

Alzahra Group of Companies, owners of the Annada brand of drinks, continue to export their fizzy drinks and juices to the UK. The exports are mainly fruit juices, soft drinks and fizzy drinks in glass bottles. The most famous of these are the Annada brand of bitter soda, followed by almond drink, grape juice and the Bienky range of soft drinks. Swani explained that glass bottled drinks have a longer shelf life of just over a year whereas plastic bottled drinks have a shelf-life of only six months. He said the export process out of Libya for drinks to the rest of the world eats into the shelf-life period – so glass bottled drinks are the workable option for the export market.

Libyan players claim poor treatment from Rwandan officials. How Libya traveled to RwandaFurther reports claimed that the travelling contingent coordinated their logistical plans through a private company. This comes less than a month after Libyan authorities diverted a plane carrying the Nigerian team to another location. The Super Eagles were minutes before landing in Benghazi before the pilot was ordered to head to the nearby city of Al-Abraq. Nigeria set for Benin clashLegit.ng earlier reported that Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong disclosed that Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr knows the Nigerian team well.

For those looking to enhance their potential returns, a handicap bet on Rwanda (-1) could be an attractive option, potentially offering higher odds while still aligning with our expectation of a Rwanda win. Recent Form: A Tale of Two TrajectoriesRwanda’s recent form over their last five matches shows a positive trend with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 defeats. We recommend a bet on a Rwanda win (Tip 1) at odds of 1.78 with 1Win as our primary betting tip. Conclusion: Rwanda Poised for VictoryIn conclusion, our match prediction favors a Rwanda win based on several key factors. Additionally, Libya’s poor recent form and struggle to find the back of the net further strengthen our belief in a Rwanda victory.

CAIRO - 14 November 2024: Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Badr Abdelatty held a press conference with South African Minister of International Relations and International Cooperation Ronald Lamola, following their Thursday meeting in Cairo. Both ministers touched on a number of important international and regional issues, in addition to stressing the strong ties and bilateral relations between both states. We affirm in this regard Egypt's full appreciation for South Africa's positions in support of the rights of the Palestinian people,” Minister Abdelatty said during his remarks at the press conference Thursday. In this regard, Minister Abdelatty praised South Africa's stance and efforts in support of the rights of the Palestinian people. The two ministers also discussed ways of joint cooperation within the framework of the G20 and full coordination with South Africa in order to work on reforming the global financial system to be more democratic.

Protesters shut down oil distribution valves in response to the kidnapping of a senior intelligence officer, for which they blame the government in Tripoli. The valves connect the Sharara field, Libya’s largest, and the El Feel field, to a refinery in Zawya, media reported. The facility has a processing capacity of 350,000 barrels daily or roughly a third of Libya’s oil production. The new oil production disruption comes a month after output recovered following yet another outage caused by a field blockade. Two other Western energy majors are also returning to Libya, according to the National Oil Corporation.

Libyan national team faces must-win games in their remaining AFCON 2025 qualifiers campaignThe Libyans have one point and have the slimmest chance of qualifying for the tourney in MoroccoTheir hopes were dented after a fresh crisis hit the national team camp before the Rwanda gameLibya holds a very tiny chance of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco next year, but a crisis has hit their preparations for the national team. Source: TwitterLibya have been in disarray since they held the Super Eagles of Nigeria hostage at Al Abraq International Airport last month, and CAF launched an investigation. CAF landed a heavy sanction on the North Africans, fining them USD 50,000 after awarding the Super Eagles three points and three goals after a fair hearing into the incident. Libya national team in crisisLibya will play Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali before hosting Benin Republic at the Martyrs of February Stadium in Benghazi to wrap up their qualifying campaign. One of the major absentees was Besiktas star Moatasem Al-Musrati, amongst others, who cited poor working conditions in the national team as the reason for his withdrawal.