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At least 50 sudanese refugees die in shipwreck off Libya's coast, Says IOM

At least 50 Sudanese refugees lost their lives on Sunday in a tragic shipwreck off the coast of Tobrouk, in eastern Libya, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported on Wednesday. The accident, which also left 24 others rescued, highlights the ongoing risks migrants face while attempting......

UN representative praises Morocco’s role in supporting dialogue in Libya

The United Nations Special Representative and Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, praised Morocco’s commitment to fostering dialogue among Libyan parties during her visit to Rabat on Monday. After meeting with Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African......

Egypt and Turkey hold talks on regional conflicts and economic cooperation

Cairo, August 9, 2025 — Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Saturday to discuss ongoing regional developments, including the situations in Libya, Syria, Sudan, and Gaza. According to a statement from the Egyptian presidency, President Al-Sisi......

Italian ministers face allegations over release of Libyan official wanted by ICC

Judges in Italy have requested parliamentary approval to investigate two government ministers over their involvement in the release of Osama Almasri Najim, a Libyan official wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for charges including murder, rape, and torture. Najim, the head of Libya’s......

UN envoy praises Morocco’s pivotal role in fostering peace in Libya

The United Nations Special Representative for Libya, Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, has commended Morocco for its unwavering support in advancing peace and political dialogue among Libyan factions. During a meeting on Monday with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat, Tetteh expressed her "deep......

Spanish nationals trapped in Tripoli await repatriation

About twenty Spanish citizens are currently confined within the Spanish Embassy in Tripoli, Libya, awaiting repatriation, which they expect to happen within one or two days. The Libyan Government of National Unity recently announced a ceasefire after several days of clashes among local militias in the......

The perils of diplomatic stubbornness: A cautionary tale

Diplomatic stubbornness, characterized by a blend of blind pride and impotence, can prove fatal. This article explores how such obstinacy can lead to sudden diplomatic failures, drawing parallels from both cinema and real-world political dynamics. In the 1984 Egyptian film وحدة بوحدة ("You......

Mass grave discovery leads to rescue of 76 migrants held by traffickers in Libya

Libyan security forces have uncovered a major human trafficking operation in southeastern Libya, rescuing 76 migrants and discovering 28 bodies in a mass grave near the detention facility. The joint operation, conducted on Saturday by the Illegal Immigration Control Authority and the Attorney General's......

Strengthening bilateral cooperation for sustainable fisheries development

The signing of this agreement highlights the commitment of Morocco and Libya, under the enlightened leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI and the President of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mr. Mohamed Al-Menfi, to enhance their sectoral cooperation. Their aim is to create mutually beneficial......