Olympics opening ceremony order as Parade of Nations takes to the Seine
Editor’s note: Follow Olympics opening ceremony live updates. The 2024 Paris Olympic Games' opening ceremony will go where no other opening ceremony has gone before: on a river. The 2024 Games will officially begin in just hours with its opening ceremony down the Seine scheduled for July 26 at 1:30 p.m. As has been the case for previous Olympics opening ceremonies, Greece will lead the procession, followed by the Refugee Olympic Team. Here is the full order for the 2024 Paris Games' Parade of Nations.
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July 26, 2024 15:02 UTC
South Africa police say 95 Libyans detained at suspected military camp
Police says Libyans entered country on study visas to train as security guards, but may have received military training. South African police have detained 95 Libyan nationals for questioning on suspicion of receiving training at a secret military camp. Police said on Friday that they had carried out a morning raid on the alleged military camp, located at a farm in White River in Mpumalanga province in the north of the country. Police said the operation to arrest the Libyans and close down the camp began two days ago. Television footage from the scene showed a heavy police presence outside the suspected camp, which included green military-style tents and sandbags.
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July 26, 2024 14:48 UTC
Ex-IRA man recalls flying to Libya to do weapons deal with Colonel Gaddafi
Ex-IRA man Billy ‘Blue’ Kelly (75) was in his twenties when he flew to North Africa with IRA leader Joe Cahill and fellow volunteer Denis Donaldson. But it was reduced to life imprisonment when fellow IRA man, 19-year-old Tom Williams, took the rap and confessed to the crime. Minutes later, they were introduced to Libyan leader Colonel Muammar al-Gaddafi in his bullet-proof luxury tent inside the army complex. But ex-IRA man ‘Blue’ Kelly now believes many people died for nothing. IRA man Joe Cahill.
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July 26, 2024 14:37 UTC
Police arrest 95 Libyan nationals at suspected military training base in Mpumalanga
The location, which was initially designated as a training site, appears to have been converted into an illegal military training base. The 95 individuals taken into custody are all Libyan nationals and are currently being questioned by the relevant authorities, the SAPS said. ENCA reported that the Libyans, in their visa applications, apparently claimed to be entering South Africa to train as security guards. At this stage it is not clear if the Libyan nationals are in South Africa for security training, as mercenaries, or if they are supporting either of the North African nation’s rival governments. The two in South Africa are Abubakar Swalleh, described as a “South Africa- and Zambia-based ISIS operative”, and Zayd Gangat, “a South Africa-based ISIS facilitator and trainer”.
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July 26, 2024 14:25 UTC
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Torchbearers
SMILEY (33A: Happy-looking symbol that's often yellow) 😃GHOST ORCHID (53A: White flower named for the fact that it appears to float) The GHOST ORCHID is a species of ORCHID native to Florida, the Bahamas, and Cuba. The GHOST ORCHID is featured in Susan Orlean's 1998 non-fiction book, The ORCHID Thief. The word "RAGA" comes from the Sanskrit word for "color" or "passion." Boogie woogie woogie!") Boogie woogie woogie!"
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July 26, 2024 13:58 UTC
158 Nigerian illegal migrants repatriated from Libya
The Federal Government has repatriated 158 irregular Nigerian migrants from Libya. Nigeria’s Charge’ d’ Affaires to Libya, Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed, made this known in a statement on Wednesday. “This marks the 12th evacuation exercise carried out by the Nigerian Mission in Libya this year. “The current exercise follows the repatriation of 142 irregular Nigerian migrants from Sabha, Libya, on July 19. The envoy urged Nigerians to shun irregular migrations, saying there had been increasing and coordinated raids of illegal migrants across the cities of Libya.
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July 26, 2024 13:06 UTC
Committee discusses regulation and fuel smuggling prevention system provided by Al-Namaa Oil Investment Company
The committee formed by Prime Minister’s Decree No. 308 of 2024 held its first meeting to discuss the electronic fuel regulation and smuggling prevention system provided by Al-Namaa Oil Investment Company.The company and researcher (and designer of the e-system), Mohamed Amer, provided the technical details and components of the project regarding the provision of all gas stations with the necessary equipment and the duration of the project’s implementation.System to be installed in all distribution stationsThe Audit Bureau made a presentation showing its observations regarding the hydrocarbon file, and the need for the system to be installed in all distribution stations and supported by all state institutions to ensure its success.Phase one will cover major diesel consumersDuring the meeting, it was agreed that the first phase of the project will be implemented on following up the distribution of diesel to major consumers as it represents 60% of the total fuel supplied, organizing its distribution and eliminating leakage at all stages of distribution.The work of the committee comes based on the directives of the Prime Minister during his participation in the workshop organized by Brega Company to present the electronic fuel distribution system, through the formation of a committee that includes all state institutions to study the extent of its implementation and benefit.Reduce subsidised fuel smugglingThe head of the General Information Authority, Chairman of the Committee, Abdul Basit Al-Baour, pointed out that these efforts come within the government’s plan to address the fuel file and organize it in terms of supply and distribution, identify needs and introduce technology in controlling these operations, which will reduce smuggling work.PM Aldabaiba attends workshop on an experiment of an electronic system to prevent fuel smuggling (libyaherald.com)NOC chairman Bengdara says his organisation is not a security force to combat fuel smuggling (libyaherald.com)Aldabaiba forms ministerial committee to study mechanism for fuel subsidy reform – again (libyaherald.com)Supreme Council for Energy adopts NOC 2023-2027 plan, including alternative energy project (libyaherald.com)Attorney General bans 15 petrol stations for fuel smuggling abroad (libyaherald.com)Prosecutor orders fuel supply ban on 32 petrol stations accused of complicity in fuel smuggling (libyaherald.com)Upon Attorney General’s order, Brega stops supplying 32 petrol stations accused of fuel smuggling (libyaherald.com)At Gharian cabinet meeting, Aldabaiba explains fall in black-market value of dinar and resounds alarm over fuel subsidies (libyaherald.com)Ministry of Oil concerned about negative effect of UN report on fuel smuggling on sector investment (libyaherald.com)Zawia Public Prosecutor orders detention of militia commander guarding Zawia refinery for fuel smuggling (libyaherald.com)Attorney General takes measures to combat Zawia refinery fuel smuggling through security apparatus (libyaherald.com)In an effort to counter fuel smuggling, the Economy Minister orders fuel trucks to be fitted with GPS tracking devices (libyaherald.com)GPS truck tracking to be used to counter fuel smuggling, profiteering by fuel distributors will be penalized (libyaherald.com)Libya’s fuel smuggling: a new Swiss connection is revealed (libyaherald.com)Alternatives to fuel subsidies with cash payments delivered to Aldabaiba (libyaherald.com)Libya evaluating subsidies for renewable energies – within existing fuel subsidies (libyaherald.com)Prime minister Aldabaiba forms Ministerial committee to study reforming fuel subsidies, orders payment of family grant, increases pensions (libyaherald.com)Brega claims it can assess demand, manage smooth fuel distribution and reduce its smuggling (libyaherald.com)Libya’s annual fuel bill rose to US$ 12 bn due to increased electricity production (libyaherald.com)Fuel quantities, smuggling and subsidy reform – and increased oil production through PPP discussed at summit meeting (libyaherald.com)
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July 26, 2024 04:40 UTC
Another 158 irregular Nigerian migrants repatriated from Libya
Nigeria’s Charge’ d’ Affaires to Libya, Mohammed Mohammed, made this known in a statement on Wednesday. “This marks the 12th evacuation exercise carried out by the Nigerian Mission in Libya this year. PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. YES, I’LL DONATE TODAY x Do this later“The current exercise follows the repatriation of 142 irregular Nigerian migrants from Sabha, Libya, on July 19. The envoy urged Nigerians to shun irregular migrations saying that there have been increasing and coordinated raids of illegal migrants across the cities of Libya.
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July 25, 2024 17:33 UTC
Firm stance against terrorism and global conflicts: Türkiye’s National Security Council
The fourth National Security Council summit of the year, chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, commenced at 15:50. The critical meeting ended around 18:45, and a nine-point communique emphasizing determination in the fight against terrorist organizations was published afterward. Following the approximately 2 hour and 45 minute-long critical summit at the Presidential Complex, a written statement was issued. According to the statement from the Directorate of Communications, the Council adopted the following nine-point resolution:
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July 25, 2024 16:39 UTC
Nigeria Repatriates 158 Nationals including 10 Infants Stranded in Libya
The Nigerian Government has repatriated 158 Nigerian migrants from Libya who were residing there irregularly. “The current exercise follows the repatriation 142 irregular Nigerian migrants from Sabha, Libya, on July 19. “Nigerians living in Libya, from many indications, already have damaged reputations due to the alleged nefarious activities of some criminal elements among them. He, however, urged Nigerians to shun irregular migrations saying that there have been increasing and coordinated raids of illegal migrants across Libyan cities. He stated the Libyan authorities view the influx of illegal migrants as a national security threat and have pledged to use all legal measures to combat the problem.
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July 25, 2024 11:53 UTC
158 Nigerian Irregular Migrants to Libya Repatriated, Envoy Reveals – THISDAYLIVE
Michael Olugbode in AbujaA total of 158 Nigerian irregular migrants have once more been repatriated from Libya, the Charge’ d’ Affaires of the Nigerian Mission in Tripoli, Libya, Amb. He explained: “This marks the twelfth evacuation exercise carried out by the Nigerian Mission in Libya this year. “The current exercise follows the repatriation of 142 irregular Nigerian migrants from Sabha, Libya, on 9th July. The Voluntary Humanitarian Repatriation is a programme of the International Organisation for Migration that guarantees safe, dignified and expedited return for willing migrants. The federal government has through its constant collaborations with this organisation ensured that many irregular Nigerian migrants return home from time to time.
Source:Libya Today
July 25, 2024 09:34 UTC
Criminal gang arrests in Jumhouriya bank LD 120 million forged bank instruments case
The Attorney General’s Office reported today that it has initiated a criminal case against a gang formation whose members deliberately seized LD 120 million using forged bank instruments.The money was from the funds of the Jumhouria Bank, Souf Aljeen branch.The Attorney General’s Office said the investigator recorded the confession of the person receiving the instruments at the bank’s branch, then detained him pending investigation, and ordered the arrest of the rest of the contributors to the criminal incidents.
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July 25, 2024 09:08 UTC
Eastern Libya Flooded With Counterfeit Currency Amid Reports Of Russian Involvement
While the notes from Russia were exported to Eastern Libya, reported Reuters. The Central Bank of Libya has warned about the fake notes, as they are reportedly indistinguishable from the real notes. An organization called the Sentry, tapped Reuters on the reports of Russia’s involvement in exporting banknotes to Libya. The Central Bank in Tripoli is yet to comment on the situation, despite several requests by Reuters. Nor did the Libyan National Army respond to the requests, as the eastern Libya region is under their control, as well as the Goznak, Russia’s state money printer.
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July 25, 2024 08:01 UTC
India reopens embassy in Libya after 5 years
India has reopened its embassy in Libya a little more than five years after it was closed because of the worsening security situation in the north African country, which continues to have about 3,000 Indian nationals. The embassy was closed down in 2019 because of the worsening security situation. Since the closure of the embassy in April 2019, the Indian envoy to Tunisia had been handling relations with Libya. Among the activities that will be resumed at the Indian embassy are the granting of visas to Libyan citizens and checking the employment conditions for Indian expatriates, the statement said. The embassy was closed down in 2019 because of the worsening security situation, and it was maintained by a skeletal staff comprising a consular clerk and a gardener.
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July 24, 2024 07:02 UTC
Illicit banknotes in east Libya, some made by Russia, hit dinar
The money has been used to fund infrastructure projects in the east following last year's devastating floods, the eastern government source and the banking source said. The money may also be used to finance Russian mercenary activity in Libya and the Sahel, the diplomatic source said. There was no immediate response from the Libyan National Army, which holds all of eastern Libya, to a Reuters request for comment. The diplomatic source said one of those issuances was of higher quality and was printed in Russia and imported. The Libyan banking source and the eastern government source both said an illicit dinar-printing operation was taking place in eastern Libya.
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July 24, 2024 05:10 UTC