World News: Political News
Algerian Foreign Minister Arrives in Tripoli.
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Tripoli, 18 February 2020(Lana) Algerian Foreign Minister Sabri Boukadoum arrived in Tripoli on Tuesday morning on a visit to Libya. Boukadoum was welcomed at Mi'tiga Inter. Airport by GNA Foreign Minister Mohamed Siala. =... Read more
Lavarov: UN Alone Capable of Guaranteeing Integrity of Libya.
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Rome, 17 February 2020(Lana) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavarov said the United Nations is the sole guarantor of Libya's integrity. In an interview with the Italian 'La Stampa' newspaper, Lavarov pointed to the EU intention to ensure integrity of Libyan territory saying it was unclear to me.' Lavarov said 'the matter is for Libyans to act as guarantor in this sense, and the mission of the international community is to create the right conditions, with the perception that the UN alone can provide the comprehensive guarantees.' =... Read more
Celebrations Making Anniversary of Feb.
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17 Revolution Kicks Off. Tripoli, 17 February 2020(Lana) Celebrations marking the 9th anniversary of the February 17 Revolution, which toppled the regime of Gaddafi in 2011, officially kicked here on Monday. Thousands flocked to the Martyrs Square in downtown Tripoli on Sunday and also today, chanting revolutionary slogans in praise of the uprising which ended 4 decades of dictatorship and ushered in a new era in Libya. Similar festivities were expected to be organized in other cities and towns across the country. At yesterday's manifestations public troupes played folk... Read more
Head of Presidency Council Announces Launch of the 2020 Humanitarian Response Plan for Libya.
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Tripoli, 17 February 2020(Lana) the Head of Presidency Council Fayez Al Serraj has announced launch of the 2020 Humanitarian Response Plan for Libya in cities of Tripoli, Benghazi and Sebha, in the attendance of Minister of Local Government, and UN Coordinator of Human Rights in Libya, representatives of local and international organisations and a number of ambassadors. Al Serraj said the GNA Government will provide $10 million for the plan. He thanked all countries who have voiced their readiness to contribute to the plan and those who had already engaged with the GNA... Read more
British National Security Adviser Discuss With Egyptian Foreign Minister Developments in Libya.
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Munich, 17 February 2020(Lana) Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shukri on Sunday met British National Security Adviser Mark Sedwill, to discuss bilateral ties and issues of common interest including Libya. Repercussions of the Libyan issue of neighbouring states were discussed at the meeting, held on the margins of the Munich Security Conference. =... Read more