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.
Tobruk imposes curfew to fight criminal groups ‘more efficiently’
On June 3, the Tobruk Security Directorate, on behalf of GNS Ministry of Interior Undersecretary Faraj Aqim, imposed an overnight curfew stating that it would remain in effect until further notice in order to carry out the fight against criminal groups more...
Thousands of illegal migrants deported to Egypt amid unrest in Umm Sa’ad border town
On 2 June, thousands of illegal migrants were deported to Egypt amid unrest in Umm Sa'ad on the Egyptian border. As of 4 June, about 2,200 illegal migrants have been deported to Egypt. On 2 and 3 June, hideouts of smugglers and human traffickers as well as migrant...
Grand Mufti and Zawiyya Youth Movement support drone strikes on Zawiyya
On 1 June, the Grand Mufti Sadiq al-Ghariani called on Governmet of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Dabaiba to intensify airstrikes on Zawiyya. He said that fighting robbery and smuggling gangs as well as corruption is Islamically legitimate, and this fight has...
Mishri discusses Zawiyya unrest with Turkish ambassador
On 31 May, High State Council (HSC) Chair Khaled Al-Mishri spoke with the Turkish Ambassador to Libya Kenan Yilmaz about the security situation in Zawiyya. Earlier, Yilmaz met with local representatives from Zawiyya. Officially, Turkey continues to deny any...
LNA deploys troops in Umm Sa’ad, raids hideouts
On 30 May, violent rioting broke out in Umm Sa'ad on the Egyptian border after Libyan Border Guards fired at a suspected smuggling vehicle, killing a child. In response, the Libyan National Army (LNA) deployed troops to the town, including the 106th Brigade. The...
High-level security meeting discusses situation in Zawiyya as GNU continues drone strikes
On 30 May, Presidential Council (PC) Head Muhammad al-Menfi, PC Deputy President Abdullah al-Lafi, Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Abdul Hameed Dabaiba, GNU-aligned Libyan Army Chief of Staff Mohamed al-Haddad and Western Coast Military District...
International concerns over use of weapons in Zawiyya’s civilian areas
On 29 May, the US said it is closely monitoring the situation ‘with concern amid reports of weapons being used in civilian areas.’ It called on Libyan leaders to de-escalate and protect civilian lives. The UK said that ‘the use of weapons that puts civilian lives at...
Misrata Appeals court sentences ISIS members to death and imprisonment
On 29 May, the Misrata Appeals Court sentenced 35 ISIS members to death, most of whom are Libyan citizens. Others received sentences ranging from life imprisonment to several years in prison. Foreign members under the age of 18 were sentenced to 10 years, deported...
Clashes erupt between Rada and 444 Brigade in Tripoli
On 28 May, fighting took place at several locations in Tripoli between the Special Deterrence Force (Rada) Rada and the 444 Brigade, including the use of heavy infantry weapons. It is understood that a series of tit-for-tat incidents led to the clashes. It had calmed...