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Libya Seeks Oil Renaissance as Chevron, TotalEnergies Compete in New Tender

Libya's Energy Sector Seeks Rebirth: A New Dawn on Exploration In a pivotal moment for Libya, a consortium of 37 international energy giants, including heavy-hitters like Chevron Corp. and TotalEnergies SE, is competing for exploration rights in what marks Libya's first energy tender since the tumultuous aftermath of the 2011 conflict. With aspirations to rejuvenate its oil sector, Libya is actively seeking foreign investments—and the stakes couldn't be higher. "It feels like a turning…

Libya Seeks Oil Renaissance as Chevron and TotalEnergies Compete in Historic Tender

In a significant development for the global energy landscape, Chevron Corp. and TotalEnergies SE are among 37 international firms competing for exploration rights in Libya's inaugural energy tender since the upheaval in 2011. This tender represents an essential step for the North African nation as it endeavors to rejuvenate its faltering oil sector and attract valuable foreign investments. Other prominent players, including Eni SpA and ExxonMobil, have also shown interest, according to Massoud Seliman, the…

Three Somali Fishermen Rescued After 45 Days at Sea, Six Months in Libya

Mogadishu (AX) — In a touching reunion that highlighted both human resilience and the complexities of international cooperation, three Somali fishermen, who endured an astonishing 45 days stranded at sea and subsequently spent six harrowing months in a Libyan prison, were welcomed back to their families in Mogadishu on Thursday. This moment came after a meticulous and multifaceted repatriation effort led by the Somali government, alongside various international organizations. The fishermen — Abdullahi Yusuf Jama, Aweys…

Libya Embraces Soumoud’s Land Convoy Effort to Alleviate Gaza’s Blockade

The Land Convoy Soumoud, aimed at breaking the Gaza siege, has successfully arrived in the Libyan city of Zaouïa, situated approximately 50 kilometers west of Tripoli. From there, the journey continues to Egypt and ultimately toward the Rafah border crossing into the Gaza Strip. As the convoy crossed into Libyan territory, it was met with an overwhelming display of solidarity. Crowds gathered, their voices uniting in a chorus of support. Wael Nawar, the convoy's spokesperson, shared this uplifting moment with TAP,…

Trump Prohibits Entry to US for Citizens from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen

Understanding the Latest US Travel Ban In a striking move that has once again ignited debates surrounding national security and immigration policy, President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation effectively banning citizens from twelve countries from entering the United States. This initiative, as reported by Reuters, emerges as a protective measure against what the administration describes as “foreign terrorists” and various security threats. This travel ban is a continuation of Trump’s immigration crackdown launched…

Discovery of Numerous Remains at Detention Facilities in Libya

In a harrowing revelation that has sent shockwaves through the international community, the discovery of numerous bodies across both official and unofficial detention sites in Libya has highlighted a dark narrative of human rights violations. Reports of torture, enforced disappearances, and the specter of extrajudicial killings are emerging from the shadows, raising urgent questions about accountability and morality in a nation steeped in turmoil. For years, human rights organizations and the United Nations have suspected…

Somali Refugees in Kenya Targeted by Traffickers from Libya

Human Trafficking: The Dark Path from Dadaab to Europe In the sprawling landscape of hardship and hope that characterizes the Dadaab refugee camps in Kenya, a silent crisis unfolds. Trans-Saharan human trafficking syndicates are exploiting the dreams of vulnerable Somali refugees, particularly the youth who yearn for a better future. These traffickers, led by the infamous Libyan group known as Magafe, have turned aspiration into a perilous gamble, where the stakes are often unimaginable. What lies behind the allure of…

Renewed Conflict in Tripoli Challenges Libya’s Delicate Stability

In recent days, Tripoli has witnessed a devastating surge in violence, leaving significant portions of the city in shambles. Civilians find themselves caught in the crossfire, tragically losing their lives, while the war-torn landscape invites deeper scrutiny into Libya’s precarious political and security landscape. What does it take for a nation, once brimming with hope, to descend into chaos? The assassination of a prominent militia leader triggered a series of clashes across multiple districts, prompting hundreds of…

Trump’s Initiative to Relocate Migrants to Libya Hits New Snag

The Complex Maze of Deportation: A Legal and Humanitarian Quagmire Recently, plans surfaced regarding U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial initiative to deport migrants back to Libya. However, a significant roadblock has emerged in the form of a court order prohibiting these deportations. The implications of this legal decision go beyond the courtroom— they reach deep into personal lives and resonate with profound ethical questions about humanity and justice. According to a report…

U.S. Mulls Historic Military Flight for Migrant Deportation to Libya

The Trump administration is poised to embark on an unprecedented move this week, potentially initiating the deportation of migrants to Libya for the very first time. According to insights from three officials within the U.S. government, this development represents a significant intensification of the administration's stringent stance on immigration. Libya is a pivotal transit point for countless migrants endeavoring to reach Europe via the perilous Mediterranean Sea. The nation has long acted as a funnel, where hopeful…

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