Local News: Political News
The General Electricity Company declares a state of emergency due to sandstorms that have hit a number of cities and regions in the country.
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Tripoli, January 20, 2026 (LANA) – The General Electricity Company announced that some components of the electrical grid were affected by the severe sandstorm that peaked in Benghazi and several areas in the east, central, and western regions.In an urgent statement, the company said that the Chairman of the Board, Mohammed Al-Mashay, is closely monitoring the situation through the dedicated emergency operations center. The company confirmed that all available technical and human resources have been mobilized to address any... Read more
The Chief of the General Staff inspects the Naval Studies Academy and reviews training programs and technical equipment
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Tripoli, January 20, 2026 (LANA) – The Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army, Lieutenant General Dr. Salah al-Din al-Namroush, paid a surprise visit this morning to the Naval Studies Academy, where he attended the morning assembly of the academy's students.Al-Namroush also met with new students from the military colleges, in the presence of the Commandant of the Naval Studies Academy and a number of its officers, according to a statement issued by the General Staff through its media.... Read more
Hammad is monitoring the general situation in Benghazi amid the weather fluctuations.
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Benghazi, January 20, 2026 (LANA) – Osama Hammad, the Prime Minister-designate of the House of Representatives, conducted a field visit to Benghazi, where he monitored the general situation in the city amidst the severe weather affecting eastern Libya.During his tour, he inspected several vital sites and reviewed the progress of work at service facilities. He emphasized the government's commitment to monitoring the situation on the ground, addressing citizens' needs, and ensuring the continued provision of essential services... Read more
The Ministry of Tourism is organizing a scientific dialogue focused on highlighting the importance of Libyan cultural heritage and promoting public awareness of its civilizational value.
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Interview by: Naeema Al-MasratiTripoli, January 20, 2026 (LANA) – The Ministry of Tourism and Traditional Industries of the Government of National Unity will hold a scientific dialogue tomorrow, Wednesday, at the Al-Mahari Radisson Blu Hotel in Tripoli, to discuss a number of issues related to heritage registration, research, and ways to protect and preserve it.According to a statement by the Minister of Tourism, Nasr Al-Din Al-Fazani, to the Libyan News Agency, the dialogue, which comes... Read more
Dabaiba follows up on the work of the Price Control Committee and directs efforts to confront monopolies and manipulation.
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Tripoli, January 20, 2026 (LANA) – Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba of the Government of National Unity affirmed that stabilizing the prices of basic commodities is a non-negotiable government priority.This came during a meeting he held on Tuesday to follow up on the work of the Price Control Committee and discuss measures taken to regulate markets and curb the rising prices of basic food commodities, thereby contributing to protecting citizens' purchasing power.Dabaiba stressed the need... Read more
