UN General Assembly votes on Palestine's membership: who opposed and abstained?
The resolution, which mandates "the admission of Palestinians to the organization" with additional rights as an observer state, received support from 143 members, with 9 opposing and 25 abstaining. Opposing Countries:Argentina, Czech Republic, Hungary, Israel, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea and United States. The nine countries that voted against Palestine's membership bid are largely motivated by their close ties with Israel and/or their concerns about the potential implications of recognizing a Palestinian state. For instance, Israel has consistently opposed Palestinian statehood efforts, viewing them as a threat to its own security. Similarly, the United States has historically sided with Israel on this issue, reflecting the close political and strategic relationship between the two countries.
Source:Libya Today
May 11, 2024 10:40 UTC
Iranian-Libyan Supreme Committee to be held in Tehran – exhibition and economic forum for Iranian industries to be held in Libya
Iran seeks to hold the 13th session of the Iranian Libyan Supreme Committee in its capital, Tehran, and seeks to organize an exhibition and economic forum for Iranian industries in Libya. It also seeks cooperation with Libya in the field of nuclear medicine and a number of other medical fields. The revelation was made during a meeting in Tripoli Thursday between Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba and Iranian Ambassador to Libya, Ain Allah Suri. The meeting, the Tripoli government media site reported, was devoted to discussing aspects of cooperation between the two countries. Aldabaiba expressed his readiness to cooperate with Iran in various fields and coordinate to convene the Libyan Iranian Supreme Committee.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 13:03 UTC
An investigation reveals the presence of at least 1.800 Russian soldiers and fighters in Libya
According to information from "Aeow", several Russian soldiers "were transferred to Niger while others remained in Libya awaiting further instructions". According to the Russian security source, the soldiers are in Libya "unofficially" and are presented as "representatives of a private military company". One of the two Russian military ships was filmed by "Fawasel Media" while it was in the port of Tobruk, thus confirming the Russian presence on that date. According to Libyan media, this would have been the fifth Russian military handover in just 45 days. In the region there is another important figure for the Kremlin : the general Sergey Surovikin, former commander in charge of Russian military operations in Ukraine.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 11:16 UTC
Kishida plans to attend Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland in June
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida attends a wreath laying ceremony at the Japanese Pavilion in Ibirapuera Park, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on May 4. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is planning to attend an international leader-level meeting in Switzerland next month to explore measures to achieve peace in Ukraine, a government source said Thursday. Kishida is expected to visit the Burgenstock resort, where the first "Summit on Peace in Ukraine" is scheduled to take place, after participating in the three-day Group of Seven summit slated to be held in Fasano, southern Italy, from June 13, the source added. During the meeting, Kishida is expected to express Japan's ongoing commitment to supporting reconstruction efforts in Ukraine, including contributions to minesweeping and agricultural initiatives, according to the source. In February 2024, Japan hosted a conference on Ukraine reconstruction in Tokyo, pledging 15.8 billion yen ($101 million) in grant aid to assist with the restoration of electricity, energy infrastructure, and other vital projects.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 09:52 UTC
House mission recommends selective OFW deployment to Libya
By Billy BegasHouse Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs chairperson and Kabayan party-list Rep. Ron Salo recommended the selective deployment of overseas Filipino workers to Libya. Salo said the recommendation came about after assessing the current political and security situation in Libya. He led the congressional mission to Libya last month. “As we chart the path forward, this mission marks a significant step towards redefining the landscape of overseas employment for Filipinos in Libya,” Salo said. Also included in the mission were COOP NATCCO party-list Rep. Felimon Espares, Committee Secretary Christopher Lomibao, and Legislative Officer Jeric Carolino.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 08:16 UTC
Libya: Somali Migrants Held Captive in Libya Rescued
Tripoli — At least 107 migrants, including women and children, have been released from a town in southeastern Libya, according to a spokesman for the Libyan army. Walid Alorafi, the spokesman for the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Benghazi, said that the migrants were held for seven months as they tried to go to Europe. The migrants came from different countries in sub-Saharan Africa, but most of them came from Somalia according to Alorafi. "Last night we attacked a place where they were hiding in the center of Kufra city, and we found illegal migrants including women, children, and old men, some of whom showed signs of torture and gunshots," said Alorafi. The CID released videos showing their forces destroying the house where the migrants were staying.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 08:08 UTC
UK foreign minister David Cameron: life after Brexit
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Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 06:37 UTC
Bringing Your Physical Security Program into the 21st Century -- Security Today
Bringing Your Physical Security Program into the 21st CenturyDate: Thursday June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PTNo one would argue that over the past several years there has been a rise of sophisticated security threats. This also means the modernization of video surveillance through the evolution of technology, the importance of high-resolution cameras, and integrating AI for real-time monitoring. DATE: June 20, 2024TIME: 2:00PM ET - 1:0PM CT - 11:00AM PTSpeaker:William “Bill” DavisWilliam “Bill” Davis is physical security and risk management professional with over 25 years of experience in the Security industry. Bill is currently the Senior Director responsible for the Physical Security department which encompasses the Physical Security Operation Center, Executive Protection, Threat Management and Incident Preparedness, Physical Security Compliance and Training and Uniform Security Services. His responsibilities include oversight of Ally’s Physical Security program to ensure a safe and secure environment for employees, contractors and visitors & assets within Ally Financial.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 06:27 UTC
How federalism could bring stability to Libya
Can federalism bring stability to Libya? A decentralized, federalist approach could help build stability, but the international community will likely insist on repeating past mistakes. This was a major shift: Until that point, Libya had two political governments, two military commands, and two different administrations. Without robust institutions, Libya will continue to flounder in conflict. Such scenarios remain unlikely, however, since they require a paradigm shift that is one step too far for many Western leaders and those at the top of international institutions.
Source:Libya Today
May 10, 2024 06:01 UTC
Drought or drowned: Sudanese continue the risky journey to Libya, Europe
In some cases, Sudanese migrants do not even make it to Libya’s cities. Al-Nur had decided to travel from Khartoum to Libya and, from there, Italy, using smugglers in North Darfur State. However, other figures from Sudanese and Libyan organisations suggest that up to 31,000 Sudanese migrants entered Libya by the end of January. Thousands of Sudanese consider Libya a transit point to European countries, especially from the Darfur region,” Awad al-Karim told Ayin. Ahmed Hussein* lives in the RSF-controlled city Zalingei, the capital of Central Darfur State.
Source:Libya Today
May 09, 2024 19:33 UTC
UNDP economic and financial experts visit LBC
A delegation of economic and financial experts from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Libya visited the Libyan Business Council on Tuesday, 5 May. The visit was to discuss cooperation programmes and provide technical support to the private sector. LBC chairman Swani presented an overview of the council, its establishment, goals and vision. He subsequently provided a comprehensive diagnosis of the economic situation in Libya, what the private sector is suffering from, and government institutions’ neglect of the role of the sector. Among the most important topics discussed with the delegation of experts were:– Developing a development plan– Identifying opportunities and challenges for economic activity and the private sector.
Source:Libya Today
May 09, 2024 18:38 UTC
The Ministry of Planning adopts 33 Libyan quality standards in various fields
The Ministry of Planning adopted Tuesday (7 May) 33 Libyan standards prepared by the National Centre for Standardization and Standards (NCSS), affiliated with the Ministry, during a ceremony attended by the Minister of Planning, Mohamed Al-Zidani, the Minister of Industry and Minerals, and the Minister of Housing and Construction. Standard specifications various fieldsThe approved standard specifications varied in the areas of the food and feed industries sector, the engineering industries sector, and the chemical and petrochemical sector, in addition to the adoption of 30 international standards in the field of renewable energies. Libyan quality and conformity marksDuring the ceremony, a technical report was presented that included the NCSS’s activities, including granting licenses to use the Libyan quality mark for Libyan products, and the conformity mark for bottled drinking water, explaining the quality of Libyan products and the efficiency of the manufacturing process in accordance with local and international specifications. Standards: Increased confidence, local and export sales? It is hoped that over time more standards are issued for Libyan products which should increase local confidence and sales and lead to increased exports – especially to the EU market.
Source:Libya Today
May 09, 2024 12:57 UTC
Libya hosts international conference on translating Holy Quran meanings
Under the sponsorship of the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO), an international conference on translating the meanings of the Holy Quran has been launched in Libya. The conference, organized by the Quran Academy, is taking place in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and Cognitive Development in Libya, and with academic support from ISESCO. The event is titled “Accurate Translation of the Meanings of the Quran as a Means of Spreading Islam”, amid significant number of officials, scholars, and distinguished researchers from Islamic and non-Islamic countries. The aim of the conference is to study current translations of the meanings of the Quran, discuss associated challenges, propose suitable solutions, encourage research in the field, and plan for simplified and reliable translations of the Quranic meanings into widely spoken languages. On the first day, practical sessions were held with experts from Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Iraq, Nigeria, and Oman to discuss various topics such as the rhetorical characteristics of the Quranic text in translation and interpretation, the cultural aspects of the language of the Quran and its translation
Source:Libya Today
May 08, 2024 23:44 UTC
Network Audio for Education -- Security Today
Network Audio for EducationAmplify Your Efforts Axis is well-known for excellence in network video solutions. Our network audio solutions build on that excellence and extend that reach even further. With the Axis audio portfolio, you can improve your situational awareness and broadcast clear, understandable voice messages – everywhere you need them. The Power of an IP Solution Since we invented the network camera in 1996, Axis has been driving innovation in network solutions. Our all-in-one network speakers are both a powerful standalone public address solution, and a perfect complement to the other intelligent devices in our portfolio.
Source:Libya Today
May 08, 2024 20:52 UTC
Soccer or football, the world's most popular sport has its own day for fans to celebrate — May 25
Soccer or football, the world's most popular sport has its own day for fans to celebrate — May 25Soccer fans around the globe will now have a day to celebrate the world’s most popular sport every year – May 25
Source:Libya Today
May 08, 2024 16:52 UTC