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Libya Review
6 hours ago
- Libya Review
Libyan Citizen Found Dead in Turkey
Turkish authorities have launched an investigation after a 71-year-old Libyan national, Mohamed Abdullah, was found dead inside the villa where he resided in İnegöl, a district of Bursa, Turkey. The discovery was reported late at night, around 11 p.m., on Sebahi Street in the Hamidiye neighbourhood. According to Turkish news agency Demirören, concerned neighbours noticed Abdullah lying motionless on the ground floor of the villa and immediately contacted emergency services via the 112 hotline. Medical and security teams responded promptly to the call. Upon arrival, they confirmed that Abdullah had already passed away. His body was subsequently transferred to the forensic medicine institute for an autopsy to determine the cause of death. Local authorities have since opened an official investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. No further details were immediately available. The Libyan community in Turkey, particularly in Bursa, has expressed concern over the incident, urging for transparency in the investigation and support from the Libyan consulate. Tags: BursalibyaLibyan CitizenTurkey
Libya Review
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libyan Football Federation Launches Probe into Al Ahli Tripoli-Al Ittihad Match Incident
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has announced the formation of a fact-finding committee to investigate the incidents that occurred during the match between Ahli Tripoli and Al-Ittihad. The game, part of the fourth week of the return leg in the first hexagonal round of the Libyan Premier League, was held on Tuesday, June 19, 2025, at Tripoli Stadium. The decision was issued by the LFF Board of Directors under Resolution No. 96 of 2025. The investigative committee includes Ali Mahdi Al-Sanousi (Board Member), Al-Mabrouk Mohamed Shouia (Appeals Committee Member), and Adel Misbah Swaisi (Referees Committee Member). According to the resolution, the committee is tasked with reviewing official complaints submitted by both clubs, Ahli Tripoli and Al-Ittihad, and will collect testimonies from all parties involved in the match-day events. The investigation will also include a full review of official reports and all available video footage and photographic evidence. The committee must submit a detailed report within 72 hours of the decision's issuance. The report will outline the circumstances of the incident, identify responsibilities, and provide recommendations to the LFF Board. The LFF also directed the Competitions Committee to postpone any decision regarding the outcome of the match until the investigation is complete. However, the Federation confirmed that the final round of the hexagonal stage will proceed as scheduled and will not be impacted by the ongoing inquiry. The decision is effective immediately and is binding on all relevant entities. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
Libya Review
10 hours ago
- General
- Libya Review
Explosion at Power Unit Sparks Fire & Blackout in Libya's Derna
An explosion at a temporary electrical unit in Derna, eastern Libya, caused a fire and significant power outages across several key areas of the city on Thursday, June 19, 2025. According to the Electricity Distribution Authority in Derna, the blast occurred in a high-voltage ring unit at the 'Milad Badr' station, located near the city's port. The explosion led to a major fire that severely damaged cables and electrical equipment. As a result, power was cut off from multiple vital districts including the port area, the amusement park, seafront neighborhoods, Army Street, and nearby areas. Technical maintenance teams were immediately dispatched and have begun assessing the damage and repairing the affected infrastructure, the authority confirmed. In a statement to Libyan media, Jad Al-Harir, Director of Derna's Electricity Distribution Department, clarified that the incident was a minor technical malfunction in a temporary unit installed after the devastating floods that hit Derna in September 2023. He stressed that the explosion did not occur inside the port and resulted in no injuries or significant infrastructure losses. The unit involved in the explosion—a five-way high-voltage ring switch connected to five cables—had been temporarily installed to restore electricity after the Milad Badr station was destroyed in the floods. It was located on a public street, away from homes and port facilities. The fire caused partial damage to the five high-voltage cables, with each cable sustaining between one and one-and-a-half meters of damage. Al-Harir emphasized that the incident did not affect the national grid or wider power supply. The installation was part of a broader recovery initiative overseen by the Derna Reconstruction Fund, under the direct supervision of its director, Engineer Belqasem Haftar. Tags: DernaElectricityExplosionlibya
Libya Review
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Libya Review
140 Migrants Rescued from Illegal Detention Sites in Libya
Libya's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in the eastern border town of Musaid has successfully freed 140 undocumented migrants from three illegal detention sites used by human trafficking networks, according to an official statement. The operation was carried out following precise intelligence indicating severe abuses against the detained migrants, including torture and extortion. Victims reportedly endured inhumane conditions, including being denied food for four consecutive days, and were subjected to abuse as smugglers attempted to extract ransom money from their families. The rescued individuals include nationals from Egypt, Sudan, and Somalia. The CID confirmed that several suspects involved in the illegal detention and abuse were apprehended, while the makeshift detention facilities were secured and legal action initiated. Following the rescue, the migrants were transferred to CID headquarters where they received urgent medical care and food. The department emphasized its commitment to humane treatment in line with Libya's obligation to uphold human rights and international standards. Officials stressed that the operation reflects ongoing efforts to dismantle human trafficking networks and combat illegal migration in Libya, particularly along key smuggling routes near the Egyptian border. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges. Tags: Egypthuman traffickinglibyamigrationSudan
Libya Review
14 hours ago
- Health
- Libya Review
Libya's Benghazi to Host 3rd Medical Conference
The third edition of the Scientific Conference at Benghazi Medical Center will officially begin on Friday and run until June 22, bringing together leading doctors, consultants, and researchers from both Libya and abroad. The event spans a wide array of medical specialties and aims to spotlight the latest scientific and technological advancements in the healthcare sector. According to an official statement from the Benghazi Medical Center, the conference serves as a platform for professional networking, the exchange of knowledge, and the presentation of cutting-edge medical practices. The program includes scientific lectures, hands-on workshops, and specialized professional meetings designed to enhance collaboration among healthcare professionals. Notably, the event unofficially launched on Thursday with a vascular surgery workshop attended by numerous doctors and trainees interested in this highly specialized field. Organizers say the conference reflects the Center's commitment to continuous medical education and its effort to bridge the gap between local and international medical communities. With a packed schedule featuring high-level speakers and interactive sessions, the event is expected to contribute significantly to the development of medical expertise in Libya and beyond. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges. Tags: benghaziHealthcarelibyaVascular Surgery
