Libya’s Foreign Minister of Benghazi based government , Abdulhadi Al-Hawaij, received Pakistan’s Consul General, Qasim Zia Ghuman, in Benghazi as preparations continue for the opening of the Pakistani Consulate General in the Benghazi.
The new consulate is expected to enhance diplomatic ties and expand cooperation in trade, investment, education, healthcare, and other sectors. Ghuman reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Libya
Libyan Interior Minister Imad al-Tarabulsi of the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity began an official visit to Ankara on Tuesday, holding a series of high-level meetings with Turkish political and security officials.
Al-Tarabulsi met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, the head of Turkey’s intelligence service, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, and other senior security officials to discuss issues of mutual interest.
The discussions focused on proposals to waive visa requirements for Libyan citizens and simplify residency procedures for Libyans living in Turkey. The meetings also underscored the two countries’ efforts to deepen security cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has identified 943,748 migrants across Libya during its March-April 2026 assessment, highlighting the country’s continued role as a major destination and transit hub despite ongoing challenges.
According to the IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Round 62, migrants were recorded in 100 municipalities and 641 communities nationwide. Western Libya hosts the largest share with 53%, followed by the east with 36% and the south with 11%. Major cities including Tripoli, Benghazi, and Misrata remain key destinations due to employment opportunities and access to services.
The report found that economic reasons remain the main driver of migration, with 79% of migrants citing job opportunities and better living conditions as their primary motivation. Another 19% said they fled conflict and insecurity in their home countries, particularly migrants from Sudan and some North African states.
Meanwhile, Libyan authorities continue operations against irregular migration across the country. Cities including Benghazi and other regions have witnessed arrests of migrants from various nationalities. In Benghazi alone, 167 migrants from different origins were reportedly arrested yesterday as part of ongoing efforts to address illegal migration.
The IOM warned that migrant communities continue to face humanitarian needs, with blankets, mattresses, clothing, and hygiene supplies among the most requested assistance items. The organisation said its latest data will support humanitarian agencies and Libyan authorities in planning services and responding to migration challenges.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a landmark agreement allowing Riyadh to develop a civilian nuclear energy programme, opening the door for major US investment in the kingdom’s nuclear sector.
The deal includes nuclear safeguards and is presented as a peaceful energy partnership, but reports suggest it could eventually allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium domestically — a move that has raised concerns over possible nuclear proliferation in the Middle East.
Saudi officials say the agreement expands existing energy cooperation, while US officials insist it will follow strict safety and non-proliferation standards. However, some experts and lawmakers warn that uranium enrichment could give Saudi Arabia a pathway toward developing nuclear weapons capabilities in the future.
The agreement comes amid rising tensions between the US and Iran, with Saudi Arabia caught in the middle of regional security concerns. The deal is expected to face scrutiny in the US Congress before moving forward.
The National Center for Meteorology has forecast that a moderate heat wave will continue to affect most parts of Libya today and tomorrow.
Temperatures are expected to range between 42°C and 47°C across the country’s interior regions before gradually easing from tomorrow evening. However, another rise in temperatures is forecast for Sunday and Monday, bringing renewed hot conditions to many areas.
The Great Man-Made River Authority has announced a temporary disruption to water supplies after Unit 1 at the Sarir Gas Power Plant shut down, forcing 143 water wells offline.
The outage affected 51 wells in the Tazerbo field and 92 wells in the Sarir field. Technical teams began restarting the wells immediately after power was restored, with water pumping expected to resume shortly.
The Authority said the incident will reduce water supplies to several cities and areas for around 24 hours as a precaution to protect the pipeline network and maintain safe water levels at the Ajdabiya reservoir.
It stressed that the power outage was beyond its control and responsibility.
Central Bank of Libya Governor Naji Mohammed Issa Belqasim met with the Governor of the People’s Bank of China, Pan Gongsheng, in Beijing to strengthen financial and banking cooperation between the two countries.
The most significant outcome: the two sides formally agreed on the accession of Libyan banks to China’s Cross-Border Interbank Payments System (CIPS). The move will streamline payments and transfers between Libya and China, speed up financial transactions, and support trade and business between the two countries.
The two sides also agreed to diversify Libyan investments through access to the Chinese bond market, part of the Central Bank’s strategy to broaden its investment portfolio and improve the management of its reserves. Pan welcomed the step and affirmed China’s support for the bank’s objectives.
Talks also covered drawing on China’s experience in financial infrastructure, digital payment systems, and modern financial technology to help modernize Libya’s banking services and bring them in line with international standards.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to launch the first Libyan-Chinese Banking Forum, to be held on the sidelines of the China-Africa Forum in early 2027. The forum will bring together banks and financial institutions from both countries to expand investment partnerships and cooperation.
Minister of Economy and Trade in the Government of National Unity, Suhail Boushiha, met with British Ambassador to Libya Martin Reynolds to discuss boosting economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
The talks focused on supporting the return of major British companies to invest and operate in the Libyan market, particularly in energy, mining, services, and information technology.
The two sides also discussed finalizing and activating the Libyan-British Business Council, which aims to strengthen partnerships between the private sectors of both countries, encourage trade and investment, and organize joint economic events.
Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah inaugurated the 2026 Youth Summer Season on Saturday at the Andalus Corniche in Tripoli.
He was joined by Minister of Youth Haitham al-Zahaf, Head of the Executive Team for Presidential Initiatives and Strategic Projects Mustafa al-Manea, and Chairman of the Youth Hostels Association Al-Shaibani Abdullah.
Dbeibah toured the season’s facilities and reviewed its preparations, programs, and activities. The event brings together more than 250 organizations and around 3,000 young men and women, and features over 200 emerging projects aimed at supporting small and medium-sized youth enterprises and promoting entrepreneurship and innovation.
The Prime Minister praised the diversity of the programs, stressing the government’s continued support for the youth sector and its commitment to expanding initiatives that boost young people’s participation, creativity, and skills.
The season runs for a full month, offering recreational, community, and cultural activities for families and young people across the capital.
BENGHAZI – A body believed to be that of Italian kitesurfer Mimmo Piepoli washed ashore on a beach east of Benghazi, more than two months after he went missing in the waters off southern Italy.
The remains, described as a skeleton in a wetsuit, were recovered by volunteers from the Libyan Red Crescent’s Tokra branch and transported in coordination with local authorities. The body was handed over to the relevant authorities to complete legal procedures and conduct DNA testing to confirm the identity.
Piepoli’s disappearance prompted an extensive search by the Italian Coast Guard, which deployed a helicopter and divers to cover a wide area. The search later expanded to include authorities in Greece and Albania.
An experienced kiteboarder from Erchie on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Piepoli leaves behind a wife and two children.
The Red Crescent said the recovery was carried out according to established humanitarian procedures that preserve human dignity, regardless of nationality, race, or religion. The organization praised its Tokra volunteers for their swift and professional response
