TRIPOLI - 03 March – Today, The Embassy of the Netherlands in Libya and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), signed a new agreement to address the issue of missing persons in Libya. This three-year project aims to support meaningful victim participation and build responsive justice and security sector institutions. With thousands of families still searching for their loved ones, the need for coordination and a comprehensive approach to address the issue of missing persons in Libya is crucial. “The United Nations aims to strengthen national capacities to advance human rights and support transitional justice through this project," she added. The Netherlands, UNDP and UNSMIL partnership underscores their joint commitment to human rights in Libya.

Today, Saturday, marks a significant step forward for youth representation in Libya as polling stations across various municipalities opened their doors to voters. This initiative, aimed at electing local youth councils, unfolds under the dedicated efforts of the Ministry of Youth of the National Unity Government. This period allowed candidates to articulate their visions and strategies for youth representation, setting the stage for a highly anticipated election day. As the day progresses, the elections for local youth councils in Libya symbolize more than just the formation of new governing bodies; they represent hope, progress, and the empowerment of young voices across the nation. The outcome of these elections holds the potential to influence not only local governance but also the broader discourse on youth participation in national development.

CAIRO — A German charity has accused the Libyan coastline guard of threatening its crew associates who have been rescuing migrants in the Mediterranean Sea, causing at minimum 1 migrant to drown. The German charity SOS Humanity, which operates the rescue ship Humanity 1, explained the Libyan coastline guard utilised violence and fired dwell bullets into the h2o all through its “life-threatening intervention” on Saturday. A spokesman for the Libyan coastline guard didn’t react to phone calls and messages seeking comment. Since 2015, the European Union has been funding the Libyan coastline guard as element of endeavours to stem the flow of migrants from the North African state toward Italian shores. As aspect of the offer, the coast guard has intercepted migrants in Libyan and worldwide waters and has returned them to Libya.

This session, reported by the Libyan News Agency, underscores a proactive approach towards mitigating human rights challenges in the region. AdvertismentDialogue in Tripoli: A Step Towards Human Rights AdvancementThe initiative in Tripoli represents a concerted effort by Libyan authorities to streamline and enhance the management of human rights issues within the country. By engaging representatives from various human rights offices across ministries and government bodies, the session aimed at fostering a collaborative environment conducive to addressing human rights concerns effectively. Escalating Border Tensions: Lebanon and IsraelAdvertismentContrasting the efforts in Libya, the Lebanon-Israel border has witnessed a surge in hostilities. International Reactions and ImplicationsThe international community watches closely as events unfold in Libya and along the Lebanon-Israel border.

CAIRO — A German charity has accused the Libyan coast guard of threatening its crew members who were rescuing migrants in the Mediterranean Sea, causing at least one migrant to drown. The German charity SOS Humanity, which operates the rescue ship Humanity 1, said the Libyan coast guard used violence and fired live bullets into the water during its “life-threatening intervention” on Saturday. A spokesman for the Libyan coast guard didn’t respond to phone calls and messages seeking comment. AdvertisementSince 2015, the European Union has been funding the Libyan coast guard as part of efforts to stem the flow of migrants from the North African country towards Italian shores. As part of the deal, the coast guard has intercepted migrants in Libyan and international waters and has returned them to Libya.

Local sources from the city of Al-Zawiya reported that armed clashes occurred in which various types of weapons were used, leading to the closure of the coastal road near the Harsha Bridge. According to the sources, the clashes broke out after two people affiliated to what is known as the “First Support Force of Al-Zawiya” were exposed to gunfire on the coastal road by a gunman belonging to an armed group affiliated with the Awlad Saqr tribe, one of the largest tribes of Al-Zawiya. As a result, one of them was killed directly, while the other died later in the hospital. The sources added that affiliates of the two dead men clashed with the shooter, which led to the shooter being seriously injured, after which armed groups loyal to both sides closed the coastal road and local roads, displaying heavy weapons. While the sources did not confirm the reasons for killing the two people, they suggested that it was a revenge operation for one of the murders that the city witnessed in mid-2022, most of which remained unsolved, with the murderers still at large and enjoying the protection of their powerful armed groups.

Algiers, 2 March 2024 (TAP Correspondent Ahlam Jabri) - Tunisian President Kais Saied revealed plans for a Tunisian-Algerian-Libyan trilateral meeting emphasizing regional cooperation and solidarity. AdvertismentPresident Saied's discussions with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Libyan Presidential Council President Mohamed al-Menfi underline a strategic move towards enhancing regional cooperation. The planned trilateral summit hosted by Tunisia aims to address shared concerns and bolster mutual interests among the three nations. Advocating for PalestineDuring his meetings, President Saied passionately voiced Tunisia's support for the Palestinian right to sovereignty, drawing attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Addressing economic relations, President Saied discussed the hurdles facing several Tunisian projects due to external influences and emphasized his personal commitment to overcoming these obstacles.

Libya, Türkiye sign MoU on military cooperationLibyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamed Dbeibah and Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yasar Guler signed a memorandum of understanding on Friday to boost military cooperation and training, the Libyan government said in a statement. The deal, signed in the Turkish city of Antalya, covers military fields and aims to raise the efficiency of Libyan army units through specific training programs, the statement said. Guler praised the military and security cooperation with Libya and stressed the importance of continuing the coordination and cooperation, the statement added. Dbeibah said enhancing the bilateral military cooperation and implementing training programs to increase the efficiency of the Libyan army were of great priority and importance, the statement said. Türkiye and Libya signed two defense agreements in October 2022, under which the Turkish armed forces would help train Libyan military pilots and improve the existing military ties.

Members of Benghazi Chamber of Commerce will be participating in this year’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC 2024) in Houston, Texas, USA being held from 9 to 6 May. Benghazi Chamber said its OTC participation is in cooperation with the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Libya.

OPEC increased oil production last month as Libya restarted its biggest field, while other members faltered in the delivery of new cutbacks. The group’s output rose by 110,000 barrels a day to 26.68 million a day, according to a Bloomberg survey, as the North African nation ramped up the Sharara field, which was closed earlier in the year due to protests.

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The fate of Libya’s Sarir Oil Operations (SOO) concessions which produced 40,000 b/d for 2023 remains up in the air. More commonly referred to as ‘Wintershall’, the concessions on contract areas 91 and 107 in the Sirte Basin, are operated by ‘Wintershall Libya,’ which in turn is owned 51% by Germany’s Wintershall Dea and 49% by Russian state firm Gazprom. (CONTINUED - 1154 WORDS)

The threat of oil and gas blockades continues to destabilize Libya’s lifeline hydrocarbons sector, with renewed protest-led disruptions further stalling the country’s ambitious output targets. On 25 February, Libya’s Petroleum Facilities Guard (PFG) ended a brief shutdown of the country’s Greenstream gas pipeline link to Italy after the Tripoli-based government agreed to meet their demands for higher wages. (CONTINUED - 916 WORDS)

“We have announced seven or eight marginal fields already and have seen big interest from more than 30 companies,” said Farhat Bengdara, Chairman of the NOC, said in London on Tuesday. The Chairman outlined Libya’s efforts to increase production from 1.25 million to 2 million barrels per day (bpd) in the next two to three years. To achieve this target, the NOC has 45 greenfield and brownfield projects in the pipeline, to be developed at an estimated cost of $17-18 billion. “We need to ensure price stability for the coming years so that there is a healthy environment for increasing production,” said Bengdara. Libya also currently flares over 400 million cubic feet of natural gas and has 12 projects underway aimed at reducing gas flaring to near zero.

Amid efforts to strengthen military medical cooperation, a French military medical delegation recently concluded a visit to Libya's capital, Tripoli, highlighting the growing ties between France and Libya in the health sector. AdvertismentStrengthening Military Medical TiesThe delegation's journey began with a significant visit to Mitiga Military Hospital, reflecting the delegation's commitment to deepening Franco-Libyan relations in the military medical field. Looking Forward: A Path to Enhanced CooperationThe French delegation's visit marks a pivotal step towards bolstering military medical cooperation between France and Libya. By exploring opportunities for partnership and knowledge exchange, both nations aim to advance healthcare services within the Libyan military and beyond. As the French military medical delegation concludes its exploratory mission in Libya, the visit stands as a testament to the potential for enhanced cooperation and partnership in the health sector between the two countries.