Libya to investigate claims oil smuggling is fuelling Sudan civil war Authorities to launch inquiry into allegations of mismanagement at country’s national oil corporation The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2024
‘Never-ending humiliation’: Recalling horrors in Libya’s migration centres Rescued in the middle of the Mediterranean, two men describe their experience being trafficked. Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024
'Can I Go To School?': Boy, 8, Travels Over 3500 Miles Alone To Italy After Jihadists Attack His Village The eight-year-old walked through the Sahara Desert and endured some time in prison before finally crossing the Mediterranean Sea in a dinghy. International Business Times UK · Mar 22, 2024
Mass grave of at least 65 migrants found in Libya desert, UN agency says At least 65 migrants' bodies have been discovered in a mass grave in southwest Libya, the International Organization for Migration said on social media platform X on Friday. France 24 · Mar 22, 2024
Ramadan Culinary Traditions Defy Crisis To Bring Libyans Together Dressed in tracksuits with their sleeves rolled up, about 30 residents in Tajura, a suburb east of Libya's capital, volunteer every day to cook and give away some 300 meals during Ramadan. International Business Times · Mar 21, 2024
Libya closes border crossing with Tunisia following clashes Libya has ordered the "immediate" closure of its main border crossing with Tunisia following clashes between armed groups and security forces on the Libyan side, the Interior Ministry said. Radio France Internationale · Mar 20, 2024
Libya coastguard accused of hampering attempt to save more than 170 people Médecins Sans Frontières says ‘dangerous manoeuvres’ by coastguard put refugees at even greater risk The Guardian - UK · Mar 18, 2024
EU and Egypt agree €7.4bn deal focused on energy, migration The EU chief and five European leaders visited cash-strapped Egypt on Sunday to announce a 7.4-billion-euro financial package focused on boosting energy trade and stemming irregular migrant flows to the 27-member bloc. Radio France Internationale · Mar 17, 2024
EU, Egypt Agree 7.4 Bn Euro Deal Focussed On Energy, Migration The EU chief and five European leaders visited cash-strapped Egypt on Sunday to announce a 7.4-billion-euro financial package focussed on boosting energy trade and stemming irregular migrant flows to the 27-member bloc. International Business Times · Mar 17, 2024
Survivors Rescued From Rubber Dinghy In Mediterranean Sea Survivors rescued from a rubber dinghy in the Mediterranean report 60 deaths. Ocean Viking saves 25, with 23 in critical condition. Concerns over Italian p... Top News · Mar 14, 2024
Survivors of rescued Mediterranean ship say dozens died during the voyage At least 60 people died as the boat spent about a week lost at sea after leaving Libya, survivors tell rescuers. Al Jazeera · Mar 14, 2024
Sixty migrants drown crossing Mediterranean from Libya, say survivors As many as 60 people are feared to have drowned on a vessel carrying migrants across the Mediterranean from Libya, the operators of a charity rescue group said on Thursday. Evening Standard · Mar 14, 2024
Surge In Migrant Boats From Libya To Greece's Islands Learn about the surge in migrant boats from Libya to Greece's Crete and Gavdos islands, raising concerns and challenges for authorities and local communities. Top News · Mar 13, 2024
Despite Oil Riches, Libyans Hit By Plummeting Purchasing Power Libya may sit on Africa's biggest oil reserves, but many families are struggling with rapidly rising consumer prices as the festive Muslim holy month of Ramadan nears. International Business Times · Mar 7, 2024
Top News · Mar 5, 2024 Frontex Continues To Inform Libyan Authorities About Migrant Boats Frontex reaffirms commitment to informing Libyan authorities about migrant boats in trouble. Collaboration with NGOs stressed for saving lives at sea.
Zenger · Feb 28, 2024 Mike Tyson’s Benghazi Appearance Ignites Boxing Revival In North Africa Tyson's historic visit marks a milestone for Libyan sports, showcasing the nation's resurgence post-Gaddafi and highlighting its potential amid a boxing comeback.
Al Jazeera · Feb 27, 2024 Relief as Italian court says rescued refugees cannot be sent back to Libya Italy’s highest court has ruled that the country’s vessels cannot return rescued refugees to the North African country.
Barchart · Feb 26, 2024 Crude Posts Moderate Gains on Libyan Export Disruptions April WTI crude oil (CLJ24 ) on Monday closed up +1.09 (+1.43%), and Apr RBOB gasoline (RBJ24 ) closed up +4.79 (+1.91%). Crude oil and gasoline prices on Monday shook off early losses and settled moderately higher. A weaker dollar on Monday was bullish for energy prices. Also, the disruption...
Barchart · Feb 26, 2024 Crude Gains on Libyan Export Disruptions April WTI crude oil (CLJ24 ) this morning is up +0.78 (+1.02%), and Apr RBOB gasoline (RBJ24 ) is up +3.92 (+1.56%). Crude oil and gasoline prices this morning shook off early losses and are moderately higher. A weaker dollar (DXY00 ) today is bullish for energy prices. Also, the...
Al Jazeera · Feb 25, 2024 Under new general, Russia’s Wagner makes deeper inroads into Libya Using a new avatar of the paramilitary group, Putin is strengthening Russia’s presence in the North African country.
WEKU · Feb 12, 2024 A rescue ship saved them from the sea. Now these migrants find a tough road in Europe Thousands of migrants have drowned while trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea from North Africa to Europe. The dangerous journey does not deter many more from the risky crossing.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024 ‘I was willing to risk it all, or die’: a week onboard a rescue vessel in the Mediterranean Sea Thousands of people die each year crossing the world’s most dangerous migration route to Europe. Yet many of those rescued from the waves say they would do it all again
The Guardian - UK · Jan 25, 2024 Denmark admits role in Nato airstrikes on Libya that killed 14 civilians in 2011 In first such admission, previously secret document says Danish aircraft participated in attacks linked to civilian deaths
Al Jazeera · Jan 18, 2024 ‘Libya is hell’, 126 refugees rescued in the Mediterranean say A boat in distress was intercepted by a rescue ship, saving 126 people, including 30 minors and one infant.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 13, 2024 Hisham Matar: ‘We all go through a lot. I’m wary of having “material”’ The Pulitzer prize winner on the life-changing impact of the 1984 Libyan embassy shootings, attaching his writing to the wall when he’s stuck and his unreliability as a football fan