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Libya Review
4 hours ago
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- Libya Review
Libyan PM Praises Army's Role in Reconstruction
Libya's Prime Minister-designate, Osama Hammad, opened the third regular Cabinet meeting of 2025 in the city of Derna, commending the ongoing reconstruction and development efforts in areas devastated by the 2023 floods caused by Storm Daniel. Speaking from Derna, Hammad described the city as a 'symbol of resilience and sacrifice' that overcame terrorism thanks to the Libyan Armed Forces and loyal citizens, and is now facing the aftermath of natural disaster with determination. He praised the Libyan Army's role not only in national defense but also in rebuilding critical infrastructure. Hammad highlighted several completed and ongoing strategic projects led by the Libya Reconstruction and Development Fund, covering the eastern, southern, and parts of western Libya. He emphasised that the rebuilding of Derna requires a unique approach, given the human and material losses suffered during the floods. The Prime Minister also paid tribute to the Libyan military, praising their efforts in developing training bases—such as the Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar Military City—and raising operational readiness. He lauded the army's role in securing Libya's borders and fighting human trafficking and smuggling. Hammad extended thanks to Greece for its assistance during the Storm Daniel crisis, which included humanitarian aid, rescue teams, and medical support. He also acknowledged Greece's cooperation on issues like illegal migration and bilateral diplomatic ties. However, he expressed concern over a recent Greek announcement dated June 12, 2025, inviting international tenders for hydrocarbon exploration in maritime zones south of Crete. Hammad stated that part of the proposed area overlaps Libya's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), and asserted Libya's right to explore and utilize its resources under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). To address this issue, Hammad confirmed that the Libyan government has referred its maritime boundary agreement with Turkey to the House of Representatives for consideration. Additionally, a special committee was formed under Cabinet Resolution No. 122 (2025) to review maritime boundaries in the EEZ and all related agreements signed since 2002. Tags: DernalibyaLibyan armyOsama Hammad
Libya Review
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libyan Army Denies Sudanese Allegations of Border Attack
The Libyan Army has strongly denied allegations made by the Sudanese Armed Forces accusing it of supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) during a recent cross-border attack. In a statement issued late Tuesday, the Libyan military dismissed the claims as 'false and baseless.' On Tuesday, Sudan's military alleged that Libyan forces had assisted RSF units in launching an assault on Sudanese border positions. The Libyan Army responded by condemning the accusation, stating that 'the claim of seizing Sudanese territory and siding with any party to the conflict is a recycled narrative with no grounding in reality.' The Libyan military insisted it had not launched any offensive on Sudanese territory and described the accusation as a 'blatant attempt to export Sudan's internal crisis by inventing an external enemy.' 'Our forces have never posed a threat to neighbouring countries,' the statement added. 'We are committed to maintaining stability, securing borders, and combating terrorism and illegal migration through strict security coordination with neighbouring states.' According to the Libyan Army, Sudanese forces have repeatedly violated Libyan borders, but Tripoli has chosen to address the issue calmly in the spirit of good neighbourly relations. The statement warned, however, that Libya retains the right to respond to any further violations, referencing a recent attack on Libyan patrols by Sudanese troops. The military confirmed that its patrols had come under fire while securing Libyan territory and described the incident as 'contained and resolved,' while accusing Sudanese forces of exaggerating the events for media purposes. The Libyan Army stressed that Libya—especially its eastern and southeastern regions—has borne significant humanitarian consequences from Sudan's war, as hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees have sought safety within Libyan borders. The statement criticised the Sudanese military for 'failing to acknowledge this humanitarian burden,' while persistently accusing Libya of interference without justification. Call for Peace and Non-Intervention Reaffirming its neutrality, the Libyan Army firmly rejected any attempts to involve it in Sudan's internal or regional power struggles, calling such efforts 'transparent tactics aimed at fuelling regional discord and settling internal disputes.' Libya reiterated its call for all Sudanese factions to 'choose reason, end the zero-sum conflict, and halt the devastating impact on the Sudanese people and the wider region.' The army concluded by reaffirming its commitment to international law and the principle of non-intervention but warned: 'We will not hesitate to defend every inch of Libyan territory against any form of aggression or threat on all strategic fronts.' Tags: Border ViolationsLibyan armyRSFSudan
Libya Observer
02-06-2025
- Libya Observer
Scud missile removed from residential area in Tripoli
The Military Industry Authority says it has successfully removed a Soviet-era Scud missile from a densely populated area in the capital, Tripoli. The R-17 missile was discovered in a forest near the city's zoo in the Abu Salim district — a residential neighbourhood. Officials say the missile had been left in an unsafe condition, lacking any safety protocols. 'The missile posed a severe risk, with a potential blast radius of over one square kilometre,' the authority said in a statement. The operation was carried out in coordination with the General Staff of the Libyan Army and the 111th Brigade. Authorities confirmed the removal was completed without injury or damage. News Tagged: Tripoli war remnants
Libya Observer
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Deputy Minister of Defense: The army-building process will continue
The Deputy Minister of Defense in the Government of National Unity, Abdul Salam Al-Zoubi, stated that the process of building the Libyan army began a long time ago and that significant strides have been made, to the point where our army has become bold and resilient. In a post on his X platform page, Al-Zoubi said that those who place obstacles in the path of building the army must realize that they are sowing the seeds of death, and the army will not stop until it neutralizes them. He affirmed that the army-building process and the dismantling of militias will continue, saying 'this is our battle, there is no turning back. We have already come a long way in building a unified army, with only a little left to complete and the outcomes will be great rewards.' News Tagged: Libyan Army
Libya Herald
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Herald
444th Combat Brigade Commander Hamza celebrates defeat of SSA militia's corrupt ‘‘empire''
Speaking to the Operations Officers of the Libyan Army, Commander of the 444th Combat Brigade (and head of Military Intelligence), Mahmoud Hamza, congratulated his officers on their unique and unparalleled victory that he said they should be proud to have achieved. He congratulated them for 'overthrowing the Ghnewa Empire.' The late Ghnewa is the head of the Stability Support Apparatus (SSA) militia which was disbanded in a military operation last week. This came after the killing of Ghnewa in contested circumstances during or after a meeting with Hamza and other Aldabaiba aligned military commanders. Ghnewa's killing, the disbanding of the SSA, and the takeover of its bases precipitated militia clashes and demonstration and a week of instability in Tripoli where the government could have collapsed. – Hamza said the Libyan army, of which his 444th Brigade is a member, has uprooted the long-standing corruption of Ghnewa's empire from the largest geographical area in the capital, Tripoli, Abusleem, after wreaking havoc for a decade and a half. – The criminal Ghnewa used to dominate Chiefs of Staff for Land Forces, the SSA, the Internal Security Agency, Audit Bureau, Administrative Control Authority, and he used to get involved in all contracts and coerce and threaten all those in charge, his men stealing in millions and billions. - The Libyan army, with its meticulous military operations, toppled in just one hour, an unjust empire with all the elements of its injustice. - And know, that the fall of Ghnewa was not limited to him. All the countries that exploited him and their intelligence and their intelligence movement fell behind him and were cut off inside our land. We brought them down too. – A few months ago, he brought 10 planes full of ammunition. He was preparing. He has mercenaries and a team from Eastern Europe. – He was another copy of Kany family (of Tarhuna). Killings and mass killings and mass graves. The Libyan people will be surprised by these. We have proof to be revealed soon. – Lutfi Al-Harari, the former Internal Security Agency (ISA) head, used to exploit the ISA to make up lies against people. He corruptly dominated this the most important arm of the state for years. – Ghnewa's brother the ''Kabus'' ( the nightmare ) corruptly made money in the millions and billions, extorting Libyans. – You should be proud the Libyan Army one day got a corrupt unjust militia out from the centre of Tripoli. – We captured tens and hundreds of alcohol and drugs quantities used by these corrupt militias. – They were a reality imposed on the state. They thought their corrupt dominance will endure. – We (the Libyan Army) are civil servants. Regular soldiers with serial numbers. We have not killed anyone or been unjust or stolen from anyone. We are in the path of building the state. Building a state is not easy. You have seen what has happened in Libya since 2011: Daesh, militias, people and fuel smuggling. – They will ask why did I sit and meet with them? We had no choice. We were forced by the status quo we inherited and for the public good as part of our job. - We will continue to secure people, and you will be shown the shocking facts of the effects of tyranny and domination over innocent people. . Nine Corpses found in mortuary fridges in Al-Khadra Hospital – disbanded SSA militia say they are Hafter's mercenaries ''For the first time, Libyans have hope to get rid of these militias, and the dream of the rule of law and institutions is almost a reality soon'': Aldabaiba What we did in Abusleem was a necessary step to end a presence that had gone too far in violating the law and was linked to gross human rights violations: Aldabaiba Aldabaiba meets UK ambassador, says recent security operation came within efforts to enforce law and end an irregular presence Tripoli demonstrations start off peaceful in Martyr Square – end up with Molotov cocktails and fatality at Cabinet Office ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Libya report to UN Security Council UNSMIL calls for independent investigation into HoR member Dersi's disappearance and circulating torture video General Authority for Search and Identification of Missing Persons says received reports of possible mass graves in Abusleem Zoo Presidency Council decrees unconditional ceasefire, freezes all Aldabaiba Tripoli government's recent military/security decrees 444th Brigade and Military Intelligence head Mahmoud Hamza's narrative of the SDF / RADA Tripoli clash Images of Abdelghani Ghnewa's funeral in Kikla appear as his SSA militia mourn him Gunfire at demonstrations calling for Aldabaiba's downfall, nervous ceasefire holding as calm returns to Tripoli The time of parallel security services is over, there is no place in Libya except for regular institutions of the army and police: Aldabaiba Tripoli PM Aldabaiba appoints Mustafa Al-Wahishi as the new head of the Internal Security Agency Tripoli PM Aldabaiba decrees reorganisation of some security units following Ghnewa Kikly's reported killing Ceasefire announced after heavy overnight fighting in Tripoli Calm returns after overnight Tripoli clashes as major militia leader reportedly killed
