EU calls for an end to Libya violence
The European Union has called for a end to hostilities in Tripoli, Libya. The country’s political divisions can only be addressed through renewed dialogue...
Militia shells Libya airport, destroying planes
Tripoli - A militia shelled Tripoli airport, destroying 90% of planes parked there, a Libyan government spokesperson said late on Monday, as heavy fighting...
Libya airport hit by heavy fighting between militias
Heavy fighting between militias with anti-aircraft guns and rocket-propelled grenades has broken out near the airport of the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
Islamist militias attacked the...
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US warns of ‘widespread conflict’ in Libya
The United States has warned that the conflict in Libya could become "widespread," urging that a new parliament be quickly seated after contested elections.
State...
Libya wants EU partnership to fight illegal migration
The Libyan government and the European Union (EU) have agreed plans to tackle the challenge of illegal migrants passing through Libya to Europe.
Prime Minister...
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UN removes dozens of staff from Libya
The United Nations has removed dozens of staff from Libya amid deteriorating security conditions in the strife-torn country. Samir Ghattas, a spokesperson for the...
Ex-Libyan general battling Islamist militias faces dwindling support
Tripoli, Libya — Just weeks after he launched a popular revolt against the Islamist militants plaguing Libya’s east, rogue general Khalifa Hifter already is...
Libya is releasing only a trickle of its oil exports
Oil prices declined again today as Libya said it is poised to resume crude exports after a deal struck last week between a local...
Threats of fresh west Tripoli clashes fail to materialise
Tensions in Libya's capital Tripoli following two nights of erratic clashes between a local Janzour brigade and a security unit manned by members of...
Europeans ‘kidnapped’ in Libya’s Tripoli
Three Europeans working for an Italian construction company in Libya have likely been kidnapped, a government official said on Sunday, according to Reuters news...
