The federal government, in collaboration with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), successfully repatriated another batch of 147 irregular Nigerian migrants stranded in Libya on Tuesday. Kabiru Musa, Charge d’Affaires En Titre of the Nigerian Mission in Libya, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. Mr Musa said the evacuees who departed Tripoli International Airport on Tuesday aboard chartered flight UZ 189 were expected to arrive at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, in the evening of the same day. “Under the continuous evacuation exercise of the Federal Government, which is supported by the IOM in Libya, We successfully evacuated another batch of 147 irregular Nigerian migrants who were stranded in Libya. They departed Libya successfully and are expected to arrive at Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos, where they will be received by relevant officials.

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The members of the Security Council called upon the international community to fully support the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UNSMIL in the implementation of their mandate. The members of the Security Council reinforced the importance of making concrete progress on the security, economic, political, and international humanitarian law and human rights tracks. The Security Council further emphasized the importance of providing a safe environment for civil society organizations to work freely and to protect them from threats and reprisals. The members of the Security Council reiterated their strong support to Libya’s sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and national unity. The members of the Security Council reiterated their call for the withdrawal of all foreign forces, foreign fighters and mercenaries from Libya without delay, in line with the provisions of the 23 October 2020 ceasefire agreement and Security Council resolutions 2701 (2023) and 2702 (2023).

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Sudan's army chief, general Al-Burhan, was hosted Monday (Feb.26) by the head of Libya's presidential council. Libya's Al Menfi commended the Jeddah deal which gave a short lived ceasefire at the start of the war in Sudan. In 2018, Sudan, Libya, Chad and Niger agreed to control and monitor joint borders. Libya has always had honorable stances towards Sudan and the Sudanese people," General Abdel-Fattah Burhan said during a briefing after his meeting. It was reported after the onset of the conflict, that the paramilitary of general Hamdane Daglo received weapons through eastern Libya where a rival administration operates.

- Libya holds Africa's largest crude reserves, but years of conflict has hobbled production, exportsThe Petroleum Facilities Guards (PFG) reopened the country’s oilfields on Monday after suspending their strike. The move came one day after the PFG shut down oil facilities in the country in a dispute over pay. “The PFG members ended their protest after Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh fulfilled his promises,” PFG head Abdul Razzaq al-Khurmani told Anadolu. The PFG members demanded a pay raise for its members and the disbursement of bonuses similar to employees of the country's state-run National Oil Corporation. Libya holds Africa's largest crude reserves, but years of conflict and violence since the 2011 ouster of ruler Muammar Gaddafi have hobbled production and exports.

An Italian court has issued a ruling preventing the return of refugees and migrants to Libya in a significant development. The militias, reportedly aided by Libya’s Europe-backed coastguard, intercept refugees and migrants, holding them captive in coastal prisons where they face torture and abuse. Italy’s highest court recently upheld a ruling preventing Italian vessels from returning rescued refugees to Libya, signaling a divergence between the legal system and the political establishment’s support for Libyan militias. The court’s decision aligns with the longstanding assertion that Libya is not a safe place for refugees and migrants. However, the recent court ruling emphasizes the unsuitability of Libya as a safe disembarkation point for rescued individuals.

The same source he added, the meeting will try to approve the formation of a new government and then call elections eight months after the choice of the unified executive. This approach, however, is contrary to the official line of the President of the State Council, Mohammed Takala: “Elections should be done on the basis of laws agreed by all parties. First let's make the laws for the elections, then we can also agree on a government of national unity", Takala said in an interview granted to "Agenzia Nova" on February 22nd. In October, however, the Eastern House of Representatives ratified the electoral laws with some changes later rejected by the High Council. Read also other news on Nova NewsClick here and receive updates on WhatsAppFollow us on the social channels of Nova News on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram

In a landmark ruling, Italy's highest court has declared it illegal to return sea migrants to Libya, shining a spotlight on the grave human rights abuses they endure. These groups, sometimes in collusion with the Libyan coastguard, have been implicated in a series of human rights violations, including torture, ransom demands, and sexual violence against migrants. Human rights organizations and charities have hailed the decision, emphasizing the need for a humane and lawful approach to migration that respects the dignity and rights of all individuals. Refugees and Migrants' Determination to Reach EuropeDespite the ruling, the dreams and determination of refugees and migrants in Tunisia remain undeterred. The recent court decision not only sheds light on the dire situation in Libya but also raises critical questions about the future of European migration policies.

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The active duty U.S. Air Force member who set himself on fire in front of the Israeli Embassy has died of his injuries, the Metropolitan Police Department confirmed on Monday. Aaron Bushnell, 25, of Whitman, Massachusetts, lit himself on fire in front of the embassy on Sunday afternoon. Officials believe Bushnell started the stream, set his phone on the ground, poured liquid over himself, and lit himself on fire. “When a tragedy like this occurs, every member of the Air Force feels it,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Celina Noyes, 70th Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance Wing commander. Protests against war in Gaza growIn December, a protester set themselves on fire in front of the Israeli consulate in Atlanta.

Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) confirmed in a very short statement today that its ‘‘operations are proceeding as usual across all offshore and inshore locations’’. The statement contradicts the claim made by the Petroleum Facilities Guards (PFG) yesterday that they had closed several western Libyan based oilfields, pipes and installations. The PFG say they are demanding their legitimate rights as prescribed by a court ruling in 2007 – a ruling to which successive governments have not responded. Aldabaiba’s offer initially rejectedLate yesterday Aldabaiba issued a decree raising the PFG pay by linking it to a specific military payscale. Negotiations with the Tripoli based government are ongoing.

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Gen Al Burhan is visiting Libya for talks with National Unity Government Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah. Sudan has more recently been plunged into civil conflict after a power struggle between Gen Al Burhan and his one-time ally Gen Mohamed Dagalo, who controls the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary, escalated into armed conflict. On his first official visit to Libya, Gen Al Burhan discussed regional and international issues with Mr Dbeibah and chairman of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mohamed Al Menfi, a statement from Mr Dbeibah’s press office said. Mr Al Menfi expressed his country's support for Gen Al Burhan's efforts to bring peace and stability to the people of Sudan in a joint press conference. Gen Al Burhan expressed his gratitude for Libya’s “honourable stances” regarding Sudan and his hopes for further economic, political and military co-operation between the two countries.

Flows of gas from Libya to Italy and production at Libya’s Wafa field resumed on Monday after being shut down last week by protesting Petroleum Facilities Guard (PFG) forces over non-payment of salaries. On Sunday, Libya's interim prime minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah approved a decision to increase salaries for PFG forces, responsible for the security of the country’s oil and gas facilities. The PFG gave the interim prime minister of LIbya’s UN-recognized Government of National Unity (GNU) 10 days to meet demands or face closure of oil facilities. They also shut down the El-Feel and Al-Wafa fields, and threatened to gradually terminate operations at Libya’s largest oilfield, Sharara. ADVERTISEMENTIn January, Libyan production was at 1.02 million barrels per day, according to the Platts OPEC Survey from S&P Global.