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Zawiya and Surman clashes: Civilians caught in the crossfire of weapons spread outside the rule of law
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Tripoli, August 4, 2026 (LANA) – The cities of Zawiya and Surman, in western Libya, have once again become the focus of the country's security situation following the outbreak of fierce armed clashes early Tuesday morning between armed groups. These clashes have brought back memories of the familiar scenes Libyans have witnessed whenever power struggles escalate, with civilians in both cities once again caught in the crossfire, the most vulnerable victims of the violence.The Libyan News Agency (LANA) reported that ambulance... Read more
The committee tasked with preparing the national green hydrogen strategy is continuing to finalize the national strategy.
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Tripoli, August 4, 2026 (LANA) – The National Green Hydrogen Strategy Committee, formed by a decision of the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, held its tenth meeting yesterday, Monday, at the Renewable Energy Authority's meeting hall to follow up on the completion of the national strategy.The meeting reviewed the work completed by the committee members, focusing on finalizing the required data and information in coordination with relevant entities. This aims to ensure the development of a comprehensive... Read more
Work suspended and humanitarian warnings issued following armed clashes in Zawiya and Surman
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Zawiya - Surman, August 4, 2026 (LANA) – Local and humanitarian authorities in the cities of Zawiya and Surman issued a series of warnings and precautionary measures on Tuesday in response to the armed clashes in the region. These measures included suspending operations at several institutions and urging residents to stay indoors and avoid roads and areas of tension.The Ambulance and Emergency Service announced that the coastal road extending from the Bir al-Ghanam Bridge to the traffic light in the Sabriya area of Zawiya is... Read more
Ben Ghalboun Discusses with Sheikh Al-Dardir the Role of Religious Scholars and Preachers in Promoting Moderation and National Unity
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Tripoli, August 4, 2026 (LANA) – Minister of State for the Prime Minister and Cabinet Affairs Mohammed Ben Ghalboun met with Sheikh Al-Zein Al-Arabi Al-Dardir, imam of Talha bin Ubaidullah Mosque and Imam Al-Qarafi Mosque, in the presence of the Minister of Environment.According to the "our government" platform, the meeting addressed a number of issues of public interest and stressed the importance of the role of religious scholars and preachers in promoting the values of moderation, national unity, and public.... Read more
Turkish Foreign Minister Receives Ibrahim Dbeibeh and Abdul Salam Al-Zoubi in Ankara
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Ankara, August 4, 2026 (LANA) – Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan received on Tuesday Ibrahim Dbeibeh, National Security Adviser to the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, and Deputy Minister of Defense Abdul Salam Al-Zoubi in Ankara.Türkiye's Anadolu Agency, citing Turkish diplomatic sources, reported that Fidan held a meeting with Dbeibeh and Al-Zoubi in the Turkish capital, without providing further details.Earlier in the day, Fidan also received Government of National... Read more
