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Al-Ahram Weekly
7 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt chief of staff, Libyan counterpart discuss deepening military cooperation
Lieutenant General Ahmed Khalifa, the chief of staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, met on Tuesday with visiting Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, the chief of staff of the Libyan Army's Ground Forces, and his accompanying delegation to discuss deepening military cooperation. General Hafter was received in an official ceremony at the headquarters of the Ministry of Defense's General Secretariat, where the military band played the national anthems of both countries. During their meeting, they discussed several issues of mutual interest and explored ways to strengthen cooperation between the armed forces of both countries in various military and security fields. The Egyptian chief of staff highlighted the deep historical ties between the two countries and their peoples, emphasizing Egypt and the Armed Forces' keenness to support the Libyan people and the Libyan Armed Forces. General Khalifa also stressed the importance of coordinating efforts to secure the borders, reduce irregular migration, and seek all possible mechanisms to control the security situation across all Libyan territories. For his part, the Libyan chief of staff affirmed the strong relations between Egypt and Libya, commending Egypt's ongoing efforts to establish regional security and stability. He expressed his aspiration to strengthen cooperation between the Egyptian and Libyan Armed Forces. Several other top Egyptian and Libyan Armed Forces commanders attended the meeting. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Libya Review
21-06-2025
- Business
- 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
