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.
Other – 30 November 2014
Heavy fighting continues for control of the port of Benghazi.
Anti – 30 November 2014
Although Hafter has the Zintani brigades on board, who like him are now considered to be part of the Libyan national army, this is clearly not sufficient to enable him to secure a win in Tripoli.
Action – 23 November 2014
As ISIS Derna strengthens in Derna, they are still up against other militant factions in the town who are resisting pledging allegiance to Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi.
Western – 23 November 2014
No Western Response this week.
Other – 23 November 2014
The battle between Haftar’s Operation Dignity forces and Benghazi Revolutionaries Shura Council (BRSC) continues without any restraint and focuses increasingly on the port.
Anti – 23 November 2014
Over the past week, the Libyan national army bombed a number of targets west of the capital and announced the closure of ports and airports. Dignity struggled in Benghazi and security in Sirte deteriorated.
Action – 17 November 2014
Two car bomb attacks were carried out in the capital this week, one against the Egyptian embassy and the other against the embassy of the United Arab Emirates.
Western – 17 November 2014
Libya’s political scene remains deeply divided with last week’s Supreme Court ruling leaving both sides more entrenched than ever.
Other – 17 November 2014
Operation Dignity forces including the crack Sa’iqa 21 battallion are facing entrenched elements of the Benghazi Revolutionaries Shura Council.