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.
Action – 5 October 2015
IS militants attacked Petroleum Facilities Guards (PFG) manning a checkpoint close to the Sidra oil terminal.
Western – 5 October 2015
There was no discernable Western response to jihadi threats in Libya this week.
Other – 5 October 2015
There was no discernable action by other jihadi actors in Libya this week.
Anti – 5 October 2015
Fighting continues in Benghazi and Derna, while new fighting erupting in Ajdabiyya between Islamist and non-Islamist forces and also between Federalist and pro-Haftar forces.
Action – 28 September 2015
Islamic State (IS) attacks the oil terminal at Sidra while fighting continues between IS and the Derna Mujahedeen Shoura Council in Derna.
Western – 28 September 2015
There was no discernable Western response to jihadi threats in Libya this week.
Other – 28 September 2015
There was no discernable action by other jihadi actors in Libya this week.
Anti – 28 September 2015
Intense fighting in Benghazi and tension within and between factions in Derna and the oil crescent.
Action – 7 September 2015
Islamic State is consolidating its control over Sirte.