Local News: General News
Ministry of Defense Monitors Situation of Russian Oil Tanker Approaching the Coast of Zwara
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Tripoli, March 24, 2026 (LANA) – The Ministry of Defense announced today, Tuesday, that it is monitoring the situation of the Russian oil tanker that approached the coast of Zwara, as part of national efforts to protect Libyan coasts and ensure the safety of the marine environment.The Ministry explained that the Coast Guard's Search and Rescue Coordination Center is overseeing the ongoing operation. Specialized teams have reached the tanker, secured it, and tied it down safely, in preparation... Read more
Qaderbouh Participates in OECD Anti-Corruption Forum in Paris
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Tripoli, March 24, 2026 (LANA) – The Chairman of the Administrative Control Authority, Abdullah Qaderbouh, and his accompanying delegation participated today, Tuesday, in the 2026 Global Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum, held in Paris, France.The Authority stated on its official page that participation in the forum aims to promote integrity and combat corruption, address economic and financial crimes in general, confront financial fraud, monitor public spending, present advanced strategies,... Read more
Al-Dabib: Reforming Higher Education
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Tripoli, March 24, 2026 (LANA) – The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the Government of National Unity, Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Al-Dabib, announced the launch of a comprehensive program to develop the higher education sector. This program is based on standards of quality, governance, and transparency, aiming to enhance the role of universities in knowledge production and align their outputs with societal needs and national development requirements.In a post on the ministry's... Read more
Traffic Accident in Ain Zara Claims Two Lives Due to Excessive Speed
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Tripoli, March 24, 2026 (LANA) – A horrific traffic accident that occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning on the Ain Zara road resulted in the death of two people due to excessive speed.The Tripoli Security Directorate stated in a press release that the driver lost control of the vehicle after colliding with the roundabout near the monument, causing it to overturn. The Directorate explained that patrols from the Ain Zara Traffic Department were... Read more
Misrata Authority Condemns Bombing of Sheikh Mohammed Al-Madani Shrine
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Misrata, March 24, 2026 (LANA) – The Misrata office of the General Authority for Endowments and Islamic Affairs condemned the bombing of the shrine of Sheikh Mohammed Al-Madani in the Al-Ghairan area within the municipality, describing it as a "criminal act" that violates the sanctity of religious sites and threatens public security. The office stressed the necessity of pursuing the perpetrators and bringing them to justice.In an official statement published on its official page, the office... Read more
