Local News: Political News
Libya condemns the terrorist attack in Chad and calls for enhanced regional cooperation to combat terrorism.
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Tripoli, May 6, 2026 (LANA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Government of National Unity strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a military base in Chad, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries among the armed forces.In an official statement issued today, Wednesday, the Ministry expressed its profound condemnation of these criminal acts, emphasizing that they represent a serious threat to security and stability in the Sahel and Sahara region, and in Africa in general.... Read more
Dbeibah orders an investigation into a cocaine shipment seized in the Atlantic that was destined for Libya.
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Tripoli, May 6, 2026 (LANA) – The Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, has directed the relevant authorities to launch an urgent investigation into the seizure of a cocaine shipment aboard a vessel bound for a Libyan port. The shipment was intercepted in the Atlantic Ocean by Spanish authorities.According to an official letter issued by the Cabinet Office and published today, Wednesday, by the government's official platform, several relevant bodies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs... Read more
The World Health Organization praises Libya's freedom from trachoma
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Tripoli, May 6, 2026 (LANA) – Libya received official congratulations from the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, praising the country's achievement of being free from trachoma. This occurred during a meeting between the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, and a WHO delegation on Wednesday.The WHO delegation included the Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Hanan Balkhi, the Country Director, Ahmed Zouiten, and Senior Advisor... Read more
Khoury discusses with Tamimi the unification of Libyan institutions, including military and security institutions
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Benghazi, May 6, 2026 (LANA) – The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Stephanie Khoury, met today, Wednesday, with the Secretary-General of the General Command, Lieutenant General Khairi al-Tamimi, where they exchanged views on the latest security and political developments, according to the UN mission in Libya.During the meeting, the mission stated, they discussed the deliberations of yesterday's meeting held in Benghazi, which included the Security Working Group emanating from the... Read more
The Central Bank announces the distribution of cash liquidity and the expansion of withdrawal services
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Tripoli, May 6, 2026 (LANA) – The Central Bank of Libya announced the commencement of cash distribution to commercial bank branches across the country, as part of its efforts to meet citizens' needs and enhance financial stability.In a statement, the bank explained that this step coincides with the imminent disbursement of public sector salaries via traditional payment methods, which will lead to increased demand for cash.The statement indicated that commercial banks will begin distributing... Read more
