Eastern Libyan commander announces ‘final opportunity’ to hold elections

The Libyan National Army (LNA) of eastern commander Khalifa Haftar on Saturday announced “a final opportunity” to draw up a road map for elections, Libyan al-Hadath TV reported.

Greek Ambassador To Libya Returns To Athens Without Assuming Office

 Greek Ambassador Nikos Kotrokois, appointed to Libya just a few weeks ago, has returned to Athens without presenting his credentials and assuming office due to tense relations between the governments of the two countries, Greek news portal antinews.gr reported Friday, citing sources.

Greek Foreign Minister Dendias snubs Libya so-called "counterpart" in spat over Turkey deal

Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias snubbed his Libyan so-called "counterpart" on Thursday, abandoning a planned visit to Tripoli to avoid being welcomed by the top diplomat of a temporary/interim government allied with Turkey.

Libya fuel blast injures 13 - The Jerusalem Post

A fuel tank exploded in a massive blast in the southern Libyan city of Sebha late on Tuesday, residents told Reuters, and a spokesman for the hospital there said at least 13 people were injured.

Death Toll From Tripoli Clashes Reaches 32, Number Of Injured At 159 - Health Ministry - UrduPoint

The death toll from the clashes between rival groups vying for power in the Libyan capital of Tripoli increased to 32 people, while the number of injured reached 159 people, the country's health ministry said on Sunday.

23 killed in Libya’s Tripoli as fears grow of a wider war | Al Jazeera

Clashes between militias backed by Libya’s rival governments have killed at least 23 people and wounded dozens more, according to the country’s health ministry.

Deadly clashes between rival armed groups erupt in Libyan capital | Al Jazeera

At least two people have been killed after clashes erupted between rival Libyan militias in the centre of Tripoli, with the sound of gunfire echoing through the heavily populated part of the capital city threatening two years of relative peace.

UN refugee agency welcomes Libya's release of migrants - China.org.cn

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) on Tuesday welcomed the release of illegal migrants from detention in Libya's capital city Tripoli.

Libyan parliament spokesman declares Bashagha new PM after rival withdraws | Al Arabiya English

The parliament of war-torn Libya on Thursday appointed a former interior minister as prime minister, a challenge to interim premier Abdulhamid Dbeibah’s administration.

Libyan PM escapes unharmed from assassination bid - The Jerusalem Post

Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah escaped unharmed from an assassination attempt early on Thursday when unidentified persons shot at his car in Tripoli, Al Arabiya TV said.

EU reports ‘positive signs’ in Libya despite poll delay – EURACTIV.com

The EU will continue to train the Libyan coastguard to control migration and border security, and sees ‘some positive signs’ despite the postponement of elections in the war torn North African state last month.

UN envoy calls on Libyan parliament to set new path for elections - China.org.cn

The Adviser to the United Nations Secretary-General (SASG) for Libya Stephanie Williams on Sunday called on the members of Libyan House of Representatives (parliament) to set a new path for the general elections in the country.

Libya delays long-awaited election seen as key to peace • FRANCE 24 English

 

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Libyan government rejects suspension of foreign minister - AA

The Libyan government on Sunday rejected the Presidential Council's decision to suspend Foreign Minister Najla el-Mangoush.

Libye : le Premier ministre libyen favorable à la tenue d'élections en décembre • FRANCE 24

 

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Libya ready for polls despite wrangling: elections chief - France 24

Preparations are almost finished for polls in war-torn Libya, the head of the electoral commission says, despite wrangling over voting laws and warnings the outcome could be contested.

UN-facilitated meeting of Libya’s Joint Military Commission discusses future plan

The UN said that the Joint Military Commission, also known as JMC, 5+5, convened in Geneva on Wednesday to discuss developing a comprehensive action plan for the withdrawal of mercenaries, foreign fighters, and foreign forces from Libya.

Libyan parliament postpones parliamentary election by one month - TASS

The Libyan House of Representatives postponed parliamentary elections by one month on Tuesday, an advisor to Libyan Parliament's president Fathi Al-Marimi has told TASS.

Gaddafis Son Moves To Turkey After Release From Prison - Family Member - UrduPoint

The son of the former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, Saadi Gaddafi, moved for Turkey after his release from prison in Tripoli, Moussa Ibrahim, the Gaddafi family representative and former information minister, said Friday.

Migrants returned to Libya suffer horrific abuse, Amnesty says

 

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