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.
Russia claims ISIS members in Libya being transferred to Afghanistan
During the last week, Russian Defense Minister, Sergey Shoygu, claimed that ISIS members in Libya and Syria were now making their way to Afghanistan and joining the group's rank there. According to Shoygu, the US’ recent withdrawal from Afghanistan was providing a...
Mohammed al-Kani killed in Benghazi
On 27 July, local Libyan media reported that the commander of the LNA-aligned 9th Brigade (also known as the Kaniyat militia) Mohammed al-Kani was killed in a raid on his residence in Benghazi. Reports stated that al-Kani was killed during an arrest operation related...
LNA conducts reconnaissance flights over Fezzan
On 27 July, the Libyan National Army (LNA) reportedly conducted reconnaissance flights over Jufra, northern Fezzan, having received intelligence concerning the activities of extremist groups.
Saleh accuses Turkey of stockpiling weapons in Libya
On 27 July, Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR) Aqeela Saleh stated that Turkey was sending a stockpile of military weapons to Libya to be used by foreign mercenaries. He added that the former head of the Government of National Accord (GNA), Fayez al-Serraj,...
Saleh accuses Turkey of stockpiling weapons in Libya
On 27 July, Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR) Aqeela Saleh stated that Turkey was sending a stockpile of military weapons to Libya to be used by foreign mercenaries. He added that the former head of the Government of National Accord (GNA), Fayez al-Serraj,...
GNU and LNA military delegations visit Moscow
On 26 July, the GNU Chief of General Staff, Lieutenant-General Mohammed al-Haddad, the GNU Chief of Land Forces al-Fitouri Gribel, the GNU Commander of the Tripoli Military Region, and the 444 Brigade Commander Mohammed Hamza allegedly arrived in Moscow for meetings...
UNSMIL under review by Security Council
On 31 July, the UN Security Council (UNSC) is due to receive an independent strategic review of the UN Support Mission for Libya (UNSMIL). The review will include an assessment of UNSMIL’s structure, prioritisation of tasks, and the capacity and effectiveness of its...
UNSMIL under review by Security Council
On 31 July, the UN Security Council (UNSC) is due to receive an independent strategic review of the UN Support Mission for Libya (UNSMIL). The review will include an assessment of UNSMIL’s structure, prioritisation of tasks, and the capacity and effectiveness of its...
GNU imposes curfew as Covid-19 rates rise to critical levels
On 25 July, the GNU Ministry of Health declared a public health state of emergency due to the rampant spread of the Covid-19 virus, calling for closure of cafes, beaches and entertainment venues. On 26 July, the GNU officially instated a curfew in some local...