Libyan actors
Tracking developments of Libyan Actors in Libya’s security space including armed group activity, state security operations and political activities pertaining to Libya’s security.
Soldiers killed in training exercise in Zawiyya
On the evening of 18 October, an explosion occurred during a military exercise at a camp belonging to the Counter-Security Threats Force in the Harsha area of Al-Zawiyya. Libya’s Ambulance and Emergency Apparatus announced that nine people were killed when mortar...
LNA marks 12th anniversary of its forces entering Benghazi
On 17 October, the Libyan National Army (LNA) held a lavish military parade in Benghazi to commemorate the 12th anniversary of the LNA entering Benghazi with all the security and political elite of eastern Libya in attendance, with LNA Deputy Commander Saddam Haftar...
Malta launches €500,000 coastguard training as EU migration concerns rise
On 14 October, Government of National Unity (GNU) PM Abdul Hameed Dabaiba received Maltese Minister of Interior Glenn Bedingfield in Tripoli alongside GNU Minister of Interior Emad Trabelsi and several other high-level officials. They discussed the issue of illegal...
Tetteh calls on eastern authorities to halt executions & welcomes steps towards military cooperation
In her briefing to the UNSC on 14 October, SRSG Hanna Tetteh stressed that institutional and political fragmentation have continued to impact negatively on the economic and security situation in the country. Tetteh highlighted that over the last two months, 58...
Greek media reports that Libya challenges Greek exploration south of Crete
On 13 October, the Greek newspaper Protothema revealed that Libya sent a diplomatic note to Greece on 24 August, sharply protesting the announced hydrocarbon exploration in areas south of Crete. In the diplomatic note, Libya raised official objections to ongoing...
Operation Irini mandate expanded until 2029
On 13 October, Operation EUNAVFOR MED IRINI said the Council of the European Union has renewed its mandate until 31 March 2029. Operation Irini said it ‘emerges stronger than ever, with the political objectives of safeguarding European Union interests in the...
Impacts of Tripoli flash-flooding lasts for several days
On 13 October, torrential rain flooded roads, homes, and businesses across Tripoli. Flash flooding swept through low-lying urban areas, prompting the early closure of roads. Dozens of drivers were stranded when their vehicles were flooded on major roads. Some were...
EU provides €25 million for cooperation on migration with eastern Libya
On 13 October, Reuters reported that according to a letter from President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to European Union (EU) member state leaders, the EU has signed an additional €25 million ($29 million) in funding to expand migration cooperation...
Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Tripoli
Heavy rains hit Tripoli overnight 12 – 13 October, resulting in flooding in many parts of Tripoli. On 13 October, the Government of National Unity (GNU) formed an emergency committee to monitor the flooding and directed the relevant authorities to raise their...