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Libya Observer
6 days ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Orlando: Productive talks with Libya's Attorney General to support judicial reform
Libya's Attorney General, Al-Siddiq Al-Sour, held a meeting in the capital Tripoli with the European Union Special Envoy to Libya, Nicola Orlando, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation on a number of priority issues. In a post on X, ambassador Orlando said the meeting featured a fruitful dialogue on the EU's support for the priorities of the Prosecutor General's Office—particularly in the areas of combating human and fuel smuggling, corruption, and money laundering. He also highlighted the importance of information sharing with the EU's naval Operation IRINI, especially concerning suspected oil and fuel smuggling operations, as part of joint efforts to tackle transnational organized crime. The two sides also discussed ways to improve detention conditions in Libyan prisons, review the status of detainees, and ensure respect for standards of justice and human rights. The meeting emphasized the need to support the justice system—especially juvenile justice—and to create the right conditions for holding free and fair municipal elections across the country. It also stressed the importance of strengthening oversight and accountability institutions as key pillars of the rule of law. According to the European official's post, both parties expressed their agreement on deepening their effective partnership and continuing close coordination and cooperation in the coming months in a way that serves stability and supports national institutions. Tags: Nicola Orlando Attorney General's Office
Libya Review
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Greece Reaffirms Willingness to Negotiate Sea Borders with Libya
On Tuesday, Greece's Permanent Representative to the United Nations reaffirmed his country's readiness to engage in dialogue with Libyan counterparts over the contested maritime boundaries in the Mediterranean. The offer, made during a UN Security Council session, comes amid renewed international focus on Libya's political transition and regional security dynamics. The Greek envoy welcomed recent moves by Libya's Presidential Council to improve security arrangements in Tripoli and expressed support for the outcomes of the Berlin Process Follow-Up Committee, which continues to serve as a platform for international coordination on Libya's future. Highlighting the broader regional implications of Libya's stability, the Greek diplomat emphasized the urgent need for a complete withdrawal of all foreign forces, including regular troops, mercenaries, and irregular armed elements operating on Libyan territory. He warned that ongoing violations of the UN arms embargo—some of which he described as aggressive- continue to undermine peace efforts and pose direct challenges to the EU's Operation IRINI, which monitors the embargo. The Greek representative also reaffirmed Athens' commitment to Libya's sovereignty, independence, and territorial unity. He noted that cooperation between Greece and Libya must be rooted in mutual respect and legal frameworks, particularly regarding the delimitation of maritime boundaries. Greece maintains that resolving the dispute through constructive, bilateral negotiations would help foster regional security, economic cooperation, and maritime stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. Migration was also addressed, with the Greek diplomat noting that restoring order in Libya is crucial to curbing irregular migration flows to Europe. He emphasized that any long-term solution requires a secure and sovereign Libyan state, underpinned by inclusive governance and international support. Greece's diplomatic tone marked a departure from previous periods of heightened tension, signaling a more open and pragmatic approach toward addressing long-standing disputes with Libya. Tags: GreeceGreek EnvoylibyaMaritime Borderun
Libya Observer
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Security Council extends mandate to inspect ships off Libya's coast
The United Nations Security Council has extended its mandate allowing member states to inspect ships suspected of violating the arms embargo on Libya. The resolution, numbered 2780, was submitted by France and Greece and was adopted with 13 votes in favor, while Russia and China abstained. The decision renews the mandate for six months, enabling member states or regional organizations—such as the EU's Operation IRINI—to inspect vessels in international waters heading to or from Libya, provided there are reasonable grounds to suspect they are carrying weapons or related materials in violation of the embargo. The resolution also requests the UN Secretary-General to report back to the Security Council within five months on its implementation. Russia and China expressed doubts about the effectiveness of the EU-led Operation IRINI, currently the sole entity implementing this mandate, and voiced concerns over the disposal methods of seized materials. The Security Council imposed the arms embargo on Libya in 2011 following the ousting of Muammar Gaddafi. In 2016, Resolution 2292 authorized ship inspections to enforce the embargo. Tags: UN Security Council Operation IRINI
Libya Herald
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Herald
Aldabaiba meets UK ambassador, says recent security operation came within efforts to enforce law and end an irregular presence
During his meeting yesterday with the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Libya, Martin Longden, Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, discussed ways to enhance judicial cooperation with the International Criminal Court, coordination in human rights files and accountability for those involved in grave violations. Recent security operation came within efforts to enforce law and end an irregular presence The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the security situation in the capital, Tripoli, where the Prime Minister stressed that the recent security operation came within the framework of the state's efforts to enforce the law and end an irregular presence linked to a record of gross violations of human rights, including detention without legal basis, ill-treatment, and obstruction of justice. Aldabaiba explained that the operation was carried out quietly and without confrontations, but the next day witnessed unfortunate military events in the capital, which the competent authorities dealt with responsibly to maintain stability. Aldabaiba postpones speaking to the Libyan people Aldabaiba also stressed that he chose to postpone clarifying the details of the operation, in order to ensure the success of the calming efforts, and will in the coming days send a detailed letter to the Libyan people, in commitment to transparency and the right of citizens to know the truth. Operation IRINI At the end of the meeting, the two sides discussed the European operation 'IRINI', where the Prime Minister stressed the importance of developing its mechanisms to ensure respect for Libyan sovereignty, and achieve a balance between combating arms smuggling and protecting national maritime and commercial interests. . ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Libya report to UN Security Council ICC issues arrest warrant against Osama Njeem for crimes against humanity, war crimes – Njeem briefly arrested in Italy, freed and transported to Tripoli – without ICC's approval 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
