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The European Union affirms its continued support for Libyan youth in innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Tripoli, August 12, 2026 (LANA) – The European Union in Libya affirmed its continued support for young entrepreneurs and innovators in Libya by strengthening the startup ecosystem and empowering young men and women with future-oriented skills, thus contributing to talent development, job creation, innovation, and sustainable growth.In a post on its official page marking International Youth Day, the EU explained that the “EU4Skills” initiative focuses on equipping young men and women with the skills required for the jobs of the... Read more
Ministry of Defense: The attack on oil and vital installations in Zawiya is a direct attack on the security of the nation and the interests of the Libyan people.
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Tripoli, August 12, 2026 (LANA) – The Ministry of Defense of the Government of National Unity affirmed that it will not tolerate the attacks and criminal acts targeting oil and vital installations and the assets of the Libyan state in the city of Zawiya. The Ministry considers these acts a direct assault on the security of the nation and the interests of the Libyan people, and a serious threat to stability and social peace.In a statement published today, Wednesday, on its official page, the Ministry stressed that targeting oil... Read more
The United States condemns the violence in Zawiya and Benghazi and calls for those responsible to be held accountable.
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Washington, August 12, 2026 (LANA) – The United States expressed its concern over the recent violence in the cities of Zawiya and Benghazi, condemning the attacks targeting the Zawiya refinery and the assassination of the Libyan Army's Military Intelligence Director, Fawzi al-Mansouri, in Benghazi. The US called for thorough investigations and accountability for those responsible.The US Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, tweeted on Wednesday that these attacks underscore the need for unified and... Read more
The High Council of State is following up on the work of the committees and has formed two committees for electricity and economic reforms
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Tripoli, August 12, 2026 (LANA) – The Office of the Presidency of the High Council of State decided to form a committee for economic reforms. This committee will coordinate and work jointly with the relevant committee in the House of Representatives and the Central Bank of Libya to prepare a comprehensive package of financial and economic reforms. It will also monitor public spending, expenditures, and financial allocations to enhance fiscal discipline and safeguard state resources.This decision was made during a meeting held... Read more
Aguila Saleh discusses with Fidan the unification of institutions and the latest political developments in Libya
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Benghazi, August 12, 2026 (LANA) – Speaker of the House of Representatives, Counselor Aguila Saleh, received Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his accompanying delegation in Benghazi on Wednesday, in the presence of the Chairman of the House's Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Committee, Youssef Al-Aqouri.The meeting addressed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen them in a manner that serves the interests of both friendly nations. Discussions also covered the latest political... Read more
