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.
International actors condemn violence in Tripoli
On 27 August, the UN along with several other international states including the US, UK, France, and Italy issued statements expressing concerns over the clashes and calling for the cessation of fighting and dialogue between Libyan actors. US Ambassador to Libya,...
Pro-Bashaagha forces move on Tripoli triggering widespread clashes
On 26 August, fighting between Haithem Tajouri's 777 Brigade and groups affiliated with the Internal Security Agency (ISA) initiated widespread clashes between more than a dozen armed groups throughout Tripoli as pro-Fathi Bashaagha forces supporting the Government of...
US Department of State calls for de-escalation by all sides in Tripoli
On 22 August, the US Department of State issued a statement expressing that it was deeply concerned by threats of violent confrontation in Tripoli and calls for immediate de-escalation by all sides.
LNA conducts multi-day siege against Qadhadhfa tribe in Qasr Abu Hadi
Beginning on 22 August, the Libyan National Army’s (LNA) Tariq Bin Ziyad Brigade (TBZ) clashed with members of the Qadhadhfa tribe in Qadr Abu Hadi, 20km south of Sirte. Some reports claim that clashes were prompted by an LNA security operation against drug...
US drone shot down in Benghazi, LNA claims responsibility
On 22 August, a US drone, identified as a MQ-9 Reaper, was shot down near Benghazi. According to a US Africa Command (AFRICOM) spokesperson, Lieutenant Commander Timothy Pietrack, the aircraft was operating in support of US Ambassador and Special Envoy to Libya,...
Libya and China UN Permanent Representatives meet
On 22 August, the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Libya to the UN, Taher Sunni, met with the Permanent Representative of China to the UN and current President of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for August, Zhang Jun. They discussed the current situation in...
Dabaiba creates ‘Brigade Libya’ armed group coalition
On 19 August, reports emerged that the Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister, Abdul Hameed Dabaiba, had reconstituted the Misratan Joint Force and other armed groups into a coalition named ‘Brigade Libya’. Brigade Libya has reportedly been tasked with...
Bashaagha implies imminent move on Tripoli in speech
On 19 August, the Government of National Stability (GNS) Prime Minister, Fathi Bashaagha, gave a speech to elders in Misrata strongly implying that he will seek to make a move on Tripoli with assistance from armed groups. Bashaagha warned that in the event of clashes,...
Al-Adiyat Brigade mobilises in Zintan
On 18 August, the al-Adiyat Brigade reportedly mobilised in Zintan, where the Brigade amassed military equipment, including artillery. According to reports, the Brigade and its equipment were subsequently transferred to al-Aziziyya in Tripoli.