Libya

Country Libya
Capital Tripoli
Continent Africa
Currency Libyan dinar(LYD)
Languages Arabic, Berber & Libyan Arabic

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The Italians supplanted the Ottoman Turks in the area around Tripoli in 1911 and did not relinquish their hold until 1943 when defeated in World War II. Libya then passed to UN administration and achieved independence in 1951. Following a 1969 military coup, Col. Muammar Abu Minyar al-QADHAFI began to espouse his own political system, the Third Universal Theory. The system is a combination of socialism and Islam derived in part from tribal practices and is supposed to be implemented by the Libyan people themselves in a unique form of "direct democracy." QADHAFI has always seen himself as a revolutionary and visionary leader. He used oil funds during the 1970s and 1980s to promote his ideology outside Libya, supporting subversives and terrorists abroad to hasten the end of Marxism and capitalism. In addition, beginning in 1973, he engaged in military operations in northern Chad's Aozou Strip - to gain access to minerals and to use as a base of influence in Chadian politics - but was forced to retreat in 1987. UN sanctions in 1992 isolated QADHAFI politically following the downing of Pan AM Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland. During the 1990s, QADHAFI began to rebuild his relationships with Europe. UN sanctions were suspended in April 1999 and finally lifted in September 2003 after Libya accepted responsibility for the Lockerbie bombing. In December 2003, Libya announced that it had agreed to reveal and end its programs to develop weapons of mass destruction and to renounce terrorism. QADHAFI has made significant strides in normalizing relations with Western nations since then. He has received various Western European leaders as well as many working-level and commercial delegations, and made his first trip to Western Europe in 15 years when he traveled to Brussels in April 2004. The US rescinded Libya's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism in June 2006. In January 2008, Libya assumed a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2008-09 term. In August 2008, the US and Libya signed a bilateral comprehensive claims settlement agreement to compensate claimants in both countries who allege injury or death at the hands of the other country, including the Lockerbie bombing, the LaBelle disco bombing, and the UTA 772 bombing. In October 2008, the US Government received $1.5 billion pursuant to the agreement to distribute to US national claimants, and as a result effectively normalized its bilateral relationship with Libya. The two countries then exchanged ambassadors for the first time since 1973 in January 2009. QADHAFI in February 2009 took over as chairman of the African Union for the 2009-10 term; in September 2009, a Libyan took over the year-long presidency of UN General Assembly.

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Trump’s Tariff Crackdown: Syria to Libya – 10 countries hit the hardest under Trump’s revised rates - financialexpress.comTrump’s Tariff Crackdown: Syria to Libya – 10 countries hit the hardest under Trump’s revised rates  financialexpress.com

Erdogan, Meloni, Dbeibah hold trilateral summit in Istanbul | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahErdogan, Meloni, Dbeibah hold trilateral summit in Istanbul | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Libyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flows | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesLibyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flows | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

10,000-Year-Old Rock Art Found in Libya’s Al-Hasawna Mountains - Indian Defence Review10,000-Year-Old Rock Art Found in Libya’s Al-Hasawna Mountains  Indian Defence Review

Eni reveals late timeline for first gas at Libya offshore project - Upstream OnlineEni reveals late timeline for first gas at Libya offshore project  Upstream Online

US player lands key contract on $8 billion Libya project - Upstream OnlineUS player lands key contract on $8 billion Libya project  Upstream Online

ExxonMobil set to sign Libya deal, says US Embassy - Upstream OnlineExxonMobil set to sign Libya deal, says US Embassy  Upstream Online

Big Oil Is Back to Business in Libya - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comBig Oil Is Back to Business in Libya  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Mediterranean Migration Tops Agenda At Turkiye-Italy-Libya Summit In Istanbul - StratNews GlobalMediterranean Migration Tops Agenda At Turkiye-Italy-Libya Summit In Istanbul  StratNews Global

18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 missing - The Indian Express18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 missing  The Indian Express

Situation in Libya: Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri arrested for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes - | International Criminal CourtSituation in Libya: Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri arrested for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes  | International Criminal Court

What Massad Boulos’ trip means for a divided Libya - The Arab WeeklyWhat Massad Boulos’ trip means for a divided Libya  The Arab Weekly

AUPSC Summit on the situation in Libya - Amani AfricaAUPSC Summit on the situation in Libya  Amani Africa

Is Libya's General Khalifa Haftar really that powerful? - Euronews.comIs Libya's General Khalifa Haftar really that powerful?  Euronews.com

Libya: UN urges restraint as military buildup threatens renewed violence in Tripoli - UN NewsLibya: UN urges restraint as military buildup threatens renewed violence in Tripoli  UN News

Türkiye, Libya, Italy: A new axis emerging in the Mediterranean? - Türkiye TodayTürkiye, Libya, Italy: A new axis emerging in the Mediterranean?  Türkiye Today

Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders discuss joint strategy to curb migration and support Libyan unity - FirstpostTurkish, Italian, Libyan leaders discuss joint strategy to curb migration and support Libyan unity  Firstpost

Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya’s stability - MillenniumPostTurkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya’s stability  MillenniumPost

News - 10,000-Year-Old Rock Art Identified in Libyan Mountains - Archaeology MagazineNews - 10,000-Year-Old Rock Art Identified in Libyan Mountains  Archaeology Magazine

CRPF Commandos to Guard Reopened Indian Embassy in Libya - Deccan ChronicleCRPF Commandos to Guard Reopened Indian Embassy in Libya  Deccan Chronicle

Libyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flows - ReutersLibyan coast guards train in Greece under plan to stem migrant flows  Reuters

Statement of the ICC Office of the Prosecutor on the arrest of a suspect in the Situation in Libya - | International Criminal CourtStatement of the ICC Office of the Prosecutor on the arrest of a suspect in the Situation in Libya  | International Criminal Court

World News in Brief: Remembering Dr. David Nabarro, deadly shipwreck off Libya, verdict in peacekeeper’s killing - UN NewsWorld News in Brief: Remembering Dr. David Nabarro, deadly shipwreck off Libya, verdict in peacekeeper’s killing  UN News

Libya moves closer to consensus on constitutional changes - Libyan ExpressLibya moves closer to consensus on constitutional changes  Libyan Express

Greece invites Libya to maritime zone talks to ease strained ties - ReutersGreece invites Libya to maritime zone talks to ease strained ties  Reuters

Erdogan hosts Italian, Libyan leaders in Istanbul for trilateral summit on growing cooperation - TRT GlobalErdogan hosts Italian, Libyan leaders in Istanbul for trilateral summit on growing cooperation  TRT Global

Erdogan hosts Italian, Libyan PMs for tripartite summit - Hürriyet Daily NewsErdogan hosts Italian, Libyan PMs for tripartite summit  Hürriyet Daily News

Erdogan hosts Italian PM Meloni, Libya's Dbeibeh in Istanbul for trilateral summit on migration, Gaza, regional Projects - Türkiye TodayErdogan hosts Italian PM Meloni, Libya's Dbeibeh in Istanbul for trilateral summit on migration, Gaza, regional Projects  Türkiye Today

Statement of ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC to the United Nations Security Council on the Situation in Libya, pursuant to Resolution 1970 (2011) - | International Criminal CourtStatement of ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC to the United Nations Security Council on the Situation in Libya, pursuant to Resolution 1970 (2011)  | International Criminal Court

Dbeibeh pushes regional alliance - Libyan ExpressDbeibeh pushes regional alliance  Libyan Express

The Northwestern Regions of Libya Affected by Severe Weather Event on 5 & 6 December 2024 - World Meteorological Organization WMOThe Northwestern Regions of Libya Affected by Severe Weather Event on 5 & 6 December 2024  World Meteorological Organization WMO

Libya's broken healthcare system drives locals to migrate - DWLibya's broken healthcare system drives locals to migrate  DW

Aftermath of Tripoli clashes puts Libya’s fragile stability to the test - UN NewsAftermath of Tripoli clashes puts Libya’s fragile stability to the test  UN News

Big investment to be announced 'soon' for Libya's top oil asset - Upstream OnlineBig investment to be announced 'soon' for Libya's top oil asset  Upstream Online

At least 18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 others missing - TRT GlobalAt least 18 migrants die in shipwreck off eastern Libya, 50 others missing  TRT Global

UN calls for calm as fighting resumes in Libya’s Tripoli - Al JazeeraUN calls for calm as fighting resumes in Libya’s Tripoli  Al Jazeera

LAIP to focus on several internal investment projects - to improve quality of life and local development - Libya HeraldLAIP to focus on several internal investment projects - to improve quality of life and local development  Libya Herald

CBL introduces the state sector Instant Salary Payment System - Libya HeraldCBL introduces the state sector Instant Salary Payment System  Libya Herald

Libya: ICC’s Role Critical for Justice - Human Rights WatchLibya: ICC’s Role Critical for Justice  Human Rights Watch

Erdogan urges Gaza cease-fire in talks with Italy, Libya leaders | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahErdogan urges Gaza cease-fire in talks with Italy, Libya leaders | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

New World Bank Photobook "Shades of Libya: Contrasts, Hope, and Resilience" Launched in Tripoli - World BankNew World Bank Photobook "Shades of Libya: Contrasts, Hope, and Resilience" Launched in Tripoli  World Bank

Dozens of stranded Sudanese refugees rescued in Libya’s Al-Kufra desert - The North Africa PostDozens of stranded Sudanese refugees rescued in Libya’s Al-Kufra desert  The North Africa Post

Dbeibeh attends trilateral summit in Istanbul - Libyan ExpressDbeibeh attends trilateral summit in Istanbul  Libyan Express

Erdogan reportedly to host Italy’s Meloni, Libya’s Dbeibeh in trilateral summit on Aug. 1 - Türkiye TodayErdogan reportedly to host Italy’s Meloni, Libya’s Dbeibeh in trilateral summit on Aug. 1  Türkiye Today

Libya: Sites of gross human rights violations must be sealed and impartially investigated - Türk - ohchrLibya: Sites of gross human rights violations must be sealed and impartially investigated - Türk  ohchr

Suleiman Alazzabi to head Jumhouria Bank - Libyan ExpressSuleiman Alazzabi to head Jumhouria Bank  Libyan Express

Italian, Turkish and Libyan leaders meet to talk migration to Europe - Euronews.comItalian, Turkish and Libyan leaders meet to talk migration to Europe  Euronews.com

Erdogan, Meloni, Dbeibeh agree on energy and migration plans at Istanbul summit - AnewZErdogan, Meloni, Dbeibeh agree on energy and migration plans at Istanbul summit  AnewZ

Gunman in Libya shoots at British diplomatic staff as danger builds - politico.euGunman in Libya shoots at British diplomatic staff as danger builds  politico.eu

Injustice By Design: Need for Comprehensive Justice Reform in Libya | HRW - Human Rights WatchInjustice By Design: Need for Comprehensive Justice Reform in Libya | HRW  Human Rights Watch

Libya: Barriers to Justice - Human Rights WatchLibya: Barriers to Justice  Human Rights Watch

Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya's stability - The Washington PostTurkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya's stability  The Washington Post

Libya’s prime minister asserts control after deadly Tripoli violence - Al JazeeraLibya’s prime minister asserts control after deadly Tripoli violence  Al Jazeera

Public Health Situation Analysis - Libya - World Health Organization (WHO)Public Health Situation Analysis - Libya  World Health Organization (WHO)

Libya accepts ICC jurisdiction over alleged crimes from 2011 to the end of 2027 - | International Criminal CourtLibya accepts ICC jurisdiction over alleged crimes from 2011 to the end of 2027  | International Criminal Court

Tripoli Power Struggle Threatens Libya's Fragile National Unity - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comTripoli Power Struggle Threatens Libya's Fragile National Unity  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Libyan ministers resign as protesters call for government to step down - Al JazeeraLibyan ministers resign as protesters call for government to step down  Al Jazeera

Libya’s fragile transition plagued by deepening economic and political divides - UN NewsLibya’s fragile transition plagued by deepening economic and political divides  UN News

Tetteh: Upcoming roadmap to be based on Libyans’ views to end transitional phases - The Libya ObserverTetteh: Upcoming roadmap to be based on Libyans’ views to end transitional phases  The Libya Observer

Turkiye, Italy, and Libya hold cooperation summit in Istanbul - Middle East MonitorTurkiye, Italy, and Libya hold cooperation summit in Istanbul  Middle East Monitor

BP and Shell sign Libya deals as majors accelerate return after civil war - Financial TimesBP and Shell sign Libya deals as majors accelerate return after civil war  Financial Times

AU/PSC reaffirms support for Libya’s sovereignty, calls for national dialogue and ceasefire - The North Africa PostAU/PSC reaffirms support for Libya’s sovereignty, calls for national dialogue and ceasefire  The North Africa Post

Libya: Escalating Hate Speech, Xenophobia, and Violence… - World Organisation Against Torture | OMCTLibya: Escalating Hate Speech, Xenophobia, and Violence…  World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT

Libya: Civilians Caught in Militia Clashes - Human Rights WatchLibya: Civilians Caught in Militia Clashes  Human Rights Watch

Sudan’s paramilitary RSF say they seized key zone bordering Egypt, Libya - Al JazeeraSudan’s paramilitary RSF say they seized key zone bordering Egypt, Libya  Al Jazeera

18 migrants die, 50 missing after shipwreck in eastern Libya - Al Arabiya English18 migrants die, 50 missing after shipwreck in eastern Libya  Al Arabiya English

Clashes erupt in Libya's Tripoli despite ceasefire - France 24Clashes erupt in Libya's Tripoli despite ceasefire  France 24

On the brink: Is Libya headed for partition? - Arab NewsOn the brink: Is Libya headed for partition?  Arab News

Freeze Libya’s financial transactions to end migration blackmail - eKathimerini.comFreeze Libya’s financial transactions to end migration blackmail  eKathimerini.com

Stranded for weeks, Indian embassy repatriates 18 nationals from Libya - Times of IndiaStranded for weeks, Indian embassy repatriates 18 nationals from Libya  Times of India

Libya's top upstream officials hold 'extended' meeting to discuss E&P progress - Upstream OnlineLibya's top upstream officials hold 'extended' meeting to discuss E&P progress  Upstream Online

Illegal migrant shipwreck off Libya kills 18, 50 missing - Baird MaritimeIllegal migrant shipwreck off Libya kills 18, 50 missing  Baird Maritime

Dozens dead or missing in shipwreck off eastern Libya - TRT GlobalDozens dead or missing in shipwreck off eastern Libya  TRT Global

Gen. Haftar of eastern Libya discusses defense cooperation with Pakistani military chief - Anadolu AjansiGen. Haftar of eastern Libya discusses defense cooperation with Pakistani military chief  Anadolu Ajansi

U.S. tariffs hit Africa hard: South Africa, Algeria, and Libya face steepest rates - CGTN AfricaU.S. tariffs hit Africa hard: South Africa, Algeria, and Libya face steepest rates  CGTN Africa

Closely following situation of Indian workers in Libya: Ministry of External Affairs - The HinduClosely following situation of Indian workers in Libya: Ministry of External Affairs  The Hindu

Libya, Turkey sign agreement to deepen military ties: What to know - AL-MonitorLibya, Turkey sign agreement to deepen military ties: What to know  AL-Monitor

Heavy gunfire, clashes in Libya’s Tripoli after killing of militia leader - Al JazeeraHeavy gunfire, clashes in Libya’s Tripoli after killing of militia leader  Al Jazeera

Statement of ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC to the United Nations Security Council on the Situation in Libya, pursuant to Resolution 1970 (2011) - | International Criminal CourtStatement of ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC to the United Nations Security Council on the Situation in Libya, pursuant to Resolution 1970 (2011)  | International Criminal Court

Libya’s fragile peace tested again as new clashes roil Tripoli - UN NewsLibya’s fragile peace tested again as new clashes roil Tripoli  UN News

BP, Shell to study hydrocarbon potential at three Libyan oilfields - ReutersBP, Shell to study hydrocarbon potential at three Libyan oilfields  Reuters

World Bank ranks Libya among Africa’s wealthiest countries in 2025 - The Libya ObserverWorld Bank ranks Libya among Africa’s wealthiest countries in 2025  The Libya Observer

Sudanese army accuses Libya’s Haftar of joint border attack with RSF - Al JazeeraSudanese army accuses Libya’s Haftar of joint border attack with RSF  Al Jazeera

Cambodia Unites With Yemen, Myanmar, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Lebanon, Canada, And More As High-Risk Countries – Urgent Travel Advisory Warns Indian Nationals Of Escalating Threats And Unpredictable Danger - Travel And Tour WorldCambodia Unites With Yemen, Myanmar, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Lebanon, Canada, And More As High-Risk Countries – Urgent Travel Advisory Warns Indian Nationals Of Escalating Threats And Unpredictable Danger  Travel And Tour World

Libya: Civic Space Crushed - Human Rights WatchLibya: Civic Space Crushed  Human Rights Watch

NRC in Libya - nrc.noNRC in Libya  nrc.no

Political competition and infighting among Tripoli’s armed groups reach beyond Libya’s capital - ACLEDPolitical competition and infighting among Tripoli’s armed groups reach beyond Libya’s capital  ACLED

Libyan war crimes suspect arrested in Germany under ICC warrant - BBCLibyan war crimes suspect arrested in Germany under ICC warrant  BBC

Libya ranks second on list of African Oil Exporting Countries - The Libya ObserverLibya ranks second on list of African Oil Exporting Countries  The Libya Observer

How migrant smuggling has fuelled conflict in Libya - Chatham HouseHow migrant smuggling has fuelled conflict in Libya  Chatham House

Between chaos and democracy: Libya at crossroads again - DWBetween chaos and democracy: Libya at crossroads again  DW

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Libya - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Libya  Human Rights Watch

Libya's eastern-based government bars entry of EU migration commissioner, three ministers - ReutersLibya's eastern-based government bars entry of EU migration commissioner, three ministers  Reuters

Shipwreck Off Libya Kills 18, 50 Missing - News Central TVShipwreck Off Libya Kills 18, 50 Missing  News Central TV

France supports the renewal of the arms embargo on Libya - France ONUFrance supports the renewal of the arms embargo on Libya  France ONU

Trump envoy to meet rival Libya governments in Maghreb tour - The New ArabTrump envoy to meet rival Libya governments in Maghreb tour  The New Arab

Dozens of bodies found in militia-run sites in Libya’s Tripoli; UN alarmed - Al JazeeraDozens of bodies found in militia-run sites in Libya’s Tripoli; UN alarmed  Al Jazeera

Egypt monitors sinking of vessel off Libya with nationals onboard - Egyptian GazetteEgypt monitors sinking of vessel off Libya with nationals onboard  Egyptian Gazette

Why Tanzania drums up for Libya’s stability - Daily News – TanzaniaWhy Tanzania drums up for Libya’s stability  Daily News – Tanzania

Italy and Greece sound the alarm over Libya. But allies aren’t rushing to help. - politico.euItaly and Greece sound the alarm over Libya. But allies aren’t rushing to help.  politico.eu