Libya
News and expert analysis on Libyan politics, economic development and the country's security landscape.
Halfway through 2024, elections remain a long-shot for Libya
Despite the High National Elections Commission's (HNEC) preparations, a combination of financial hurdles, political infighting, and security concerns is casting a shadow over the electoral process.
Can Stephanie Koury revive Libya’s political process?
To revive Libya’s political process, the Deputy Special Representative to the Secretary-General (DSRSG) of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) will have to be careful about several factors that could harm her mandate and help the country’s status quo thrive.
ICC Aims to Complete Investigations in Libya by 2025
A newly announced roadmap aims to complete investigations by the end of 2025, focusing on three key areas: crimes committed in Libyan detention facilities, violations conducted during the 2014-2020 period, and violations against migrants.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni goes to Libya
Although Italy has adopted a smart approach that is currently working for its interests, Rome is still dealing with a highly unsustainable Libyan status quo.
Shifting political tides set the scene for a volatile summer in Libya
The current state of relative tranquility in Libya’s political scene should not fool anyone, as there is a lot happening underneath the surface both politically and militarily.
Libya's central bank reports declining revenue and rising expenditures
The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) released revenue and expenditure data for the Libyan state covering the period from January to April 2024, saying it was committed to “heightened levels of disclosure and transparency, aiming to raise awareness of the economic and financial reality of the state.”
Why clashes look imminent for Libya’s capital
A second week of efforts to reach a peaceful solution to the ongoing tensions in Tripoli has failed. Neither of Libya’s rival groups have attempted serious reconciliation efforts until now, and within the past month, have depleted most mediators capable of helping.
Will the Central Bank of Libya start disbursing funds to the eastern government?
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives approved a 90 billion Libyan Dinar budget for the eastern-based Government of National Stability. Given the politics at play, will the Central Bank of Libya actually disburse these funds to the eastern-based government?
Evaluating risks to Libya's oil and gas infrastructure
Libya's oil and gas production has seen a gradual increase in recent months, reaching 1.24 million barrels per day (bpd) as of April 2024. However, the infrastructure remains vulnerable to various threats.
Libyan government delegation visits Washington D.C.
On April 20, a Libyan government delegation made a visit to the White House to discuss various topics, including the energy and production file.
Efforts ongoing to revive the development of Libya's NC7 field
Despite widespread opposition to a potential deal, this new development brings back the Eni-led consortium to the fold and could draw major political battles in the coming weeks.
What's behind the recent uptick in Russian military activity in Libya?
In this latest analysis piece, we delve deeper into recent Russian military activities in Libya, examining the context behind these developments. We will shed light on key events from the past few weeks and explore their potential impact on the ongoing Libyan power struggle.