Local News: Political News
Inflation in Libya has reached a dangerous level, threatening social unrest.
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Benghazi, March 26, 2026 (LANA) – Economist Mohamed Abu Snina warned that inflation in Libya has reached a dangerous level, threatening social unrest and the livelihoods of Libyan families.Al-Wasat news portal quoted Abu Snina as saying that inflation is the greatest threat facing the Libyan dinar, given the continuous rise in the prices of basic commodities. This has led to the disappearance of the middle class and an increase in poverty rates.The economist called for urgent action and... Read more
The Ministry of Oil launches the (New Energy Tech) initiative for technological innovation
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Tripoli, March 26, 2026 (LANA) – The Ministry of Oil announced today the launch of applications for the “New Energy Tech” initiative, which will run from April 25 to July 25. The initiative aims to integrate modern technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), into the energy sector to improve performance, enhance efficiency, and support sustainable innovation within Libya.The initiative focuses on developing innovative technological solutions to address operational challenges in the oil and gas sector, promoting the... Read more
The UN mission demands the immediate release of political activist (Al-Mahdi Abdel-Aati).
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Tripoli, March 25, 2026 (LANA) – The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) called for the immediate release of political activist Al-Mahdi Abdel-Aati, who was reportedly arbitrarily detained in Misrata on March 18 by the Internal Security Agency.In a statement issued Wednesday, the Mission said, “This arrest and detention appears to violate Libyan laws and Libya’s international human rights obligations. This detention is not an isolated incident, but rather part of a widespread pattern within the country’s security... Read more
Berndt: Meetings were held in Benghazi with a number of prominent Libyan leaders to discuss ways to strengthen trade and security relations between the United States and Libya.
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Benghazi, March 25, 2026 (LANA) – The Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Libya, Jeremy Berndt, revealed that he held several meetings in Benghazi with what he described as prominent Libyan leaders to discuss ways to strengthen trade and security relations between the United States and Libya.Berndt stated in a tweet posted by the US Embassy on its Twitter account: “During the meetings, we emphasized the importance of the full implementation of the Unified Development Program Agreement, establishing a unified budget to... Read more
The Russian ambassador praised the efforts of the Libyan authorities in securing the gas tanker and avoiding environmental risks.
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Tripoli, March 26, 2026 (LANA) – The Russian Ambassador to Libya, Aydar Aganin, praised the efforts of the Libyan authorities in handling the Russian natural gas tanker "Arctic Metagas," emphasizing the role of the relevant authorities in ensuring the ship's safety and preventing any environmental risks.The praise came during a meeting on Tuesday with Taher Baour, the acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the Government of National Unity, where the two sides discussed current developments and... Read more
