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Caesar’s favourite herb was the Viagra of ancient Rome. Until climate change killed it off

Perfume, tonic – even love potion – silphium was prized by the ancient Romans, but in its success lay the seeds of its own downfall

The Guardian - UK

Miracle as boy, 9, survives plane crash which killed all other 103 people on board

An Afriqiyah Airways plane exploded and disintegrated in the air as it approached Tripoli Airport in Libya - killing 103 passengers and leaving nine-year-old Dutch boy Ruben van Assouw its sole survivor

Daily Mirror

Reports: 2,000 Wagner Mercenaries Remain in Libya

At least 1,500 to 2,000 Wagner Group mercenaries are still in Libya after dozens were transferred to fight in Ukraine, multiple sources told Italy's Nova news agency. A UN team of experts reported that about 2,000 fighters remained in Libya with Pantsir S-1 anti-aircraft defense systems, MiG-29 fighters, and Su-24…

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Egyptian PM in Tunisia to Kick Off Joint Higher Committee Meetings

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly's visit to Tunisia received wide media coverage in both countries due to the anticipated economic results it is set to produce and the coordination of political positions over several regional issues, especially stability in neighboring Libya. Upon his arrival, Madbouly was welcome at the airport…

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Libya's Bashagha in Turkey to Convince Dbeibah to Step Down

Fathi Bashagha, head of Libya's Government of Stability, kicked off on Wednesday a surprise visit to Turkey. His office did not announce the trip and Turkish authorities did not comment on it. Sources said Bashagha traveled at the head of a government delegation to Ankara after receiving an official invitation.

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Libyan Parliament Says Bashagha Govt Should Start Work in Sirte

Libya's parliament wants the government it has appointed under Fathi Bashagha to be based for now in Sirte, it said on Tuesday, amid a stalemate over control of the capital Tripoli where another administration refuses to hand over power. The move represents the clearest acknowledgement since the parliament appointed Bashagha…

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Libyan parliament says Bashagha govt should start work in Sirte

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Hifter a no-show for deposition accusing him of war crimes

A Libyan military commander who lived for decades in northern Virginia has failed to show up for a deposition in a federal lawsuit in which he's accused of war crimes

The Independent UK

AU’s Peace, Security Council to Hold Extraordinary Meeting on Libyan Crisis

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council will hold an extraordinary meeting on May 28 to discuss the situation in Libya and other issues. The Cameroon-chaired Council will review various key issues, including governance and security challenges in Africa, terrorism, unconstitutional change of governments and humanitarian crises, the Libyan News…

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Amnesty Accuses Libya’s SSA of Violations Against Migrants, Refugees

The Stability Support Apparatus (SSA) in Libya has slammed an Amnesty International report that accused the agency of carrying out arbitrary detentions of migrants and refugees as well as of human rights violations. In its statement, SSA pointed out that Amnesty’s report lacked the most basic standards of professional work,…

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UN Spokesman Says Finding New Envoy for Libya is Top Priority

UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric has reaffirmed that finding a Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the United Nations Support Mission In Libya (UNSMIL) is a “very” high priority. In his daily briefing on Wednesday, Dujarric was asked how much of a priority is it for the Secretary General to find…

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Bashagha Urges Britain's Help to Remove Russia's Wagner Mercenaries from Libya

Libya's east-based parliament appointed Prime Minister Fathi Bashagha called on Tuesday British leaders to help remove the mercenaries of Russia's Wagner Group from his country. In an article published by The Times newspaper, Bashagha declared his desire for a strategic partnership with Britain at the business, security and intelligence levels.…

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Dbeibah Says Elections Only Way to Resolve Libya Crisis

Head of the interim Libyan Government of National Unity (GNU) Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah again clung on to power, saying that parliamentary and presidential elections were the only way to resolve the crisis in the country. During a visit to the western city of Misrata, he said: "No Geneva, no Paris. All…

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Cinnamon summers: On being Libyan, and British

Writer Nadeine Asbali recreates beloved Libyan dishes inspired by childhood summers by the sea in Benghazi.

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Libyan Parliament Criticizes Algeria for Refusing to Recognize Bashagha's Govt

The east-based Libyan parliament slammed the Algerian government for failing to recognize the government of stability headed by Fathi Bashagha. Algiers has instead opted to continue to support the Government of National Unity, headed by Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah. This is the first time the parliament openly criticizes Algeria in defending Bashagha's…

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Dbeibah Clings on to Power, Vows to Defend Tripoli

Head of Libya's interim Government of National Unity (GNU) Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah said only parliamentary elections can resolve the struggle for power with the government of Fathi Bashagha, who is backed by the east-based parliament He is aiming to hold the elections in June. Dbeibah vowed to defend the capital Tripoli…

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UN Extends Libya Mission by Three Months

The United Nations Security Council on Friday adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) for three months, with Russia vetoing a longer prolongation until a new envoy is appointed. The text extends until July 31, 2022 the mandate of UNSMIL and “calls upon…

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Human Rights Watch: 130 People Killed by Landmines in Libya

Human Rights Watch (HRW) announced that at least 130 people, mostly civilians, have been killed by landmines and abandoned or unexploded ordnance in Libya since the armed group called the Libyan Arab Armed Forces (LAAF) withdrew from Tripoli’s southern suburbs in June 2020. From April 2019 to June 2020, fighters…

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Libya: Bashagha Proposes Mechanisms to Preserve Oil Revenues

Libya's parliament-appointed prime minister, Fathi Bashagha, asked the National Oil Corporation (NOC) to submit its proposals on mechanisms necessary to preserve and maintain funds generated from oil revenues. Bashagha sent an urgent message to NOC Chairman Mustafa Sanalla, stressing the need to resume oil production and export as soon as…

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US Calls on Libyan Leaders to Immediately End Oil Shutdown

The US called Wednesday on Libyan leaders to immediately end the continued closure of oil sites and ports, stressing that such practices cost the country additional millions and risk an environmental disaster. In an unusual tone, the US embassy in Tripoli issued a statement expressing Washington’s “deep concern” over “the…

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Dbeibah Kicks off Visit to Tunisia amid Dispute over His Govt's Legitimacy

Head of Libya’s Government of National Unity (GNU) Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah arrived in Tunisia on Tuesday for a one-week official visit amid a dispute back home over the legitimacy of his government. Dbeibah is leading a high-level delegation that includes chief of staff of western Libya forces Mohamed Haddad, Interior Minister…

Reuters

Libya's Parliament-backed PM says he discussed efforts to hold elections with U.S. officials

Libya's Parliament-appointed prime minister, Fathi Bashagha, discussed with U.S. senior officials efforts to hold timely and transparent elections and to ‮"‬establish economic and political security," he said in a tweet early on Wednesday.

Al Jazeera

Libya misses out on oil price boom as political divide continues

A shutdown of Libya’s main oil fields shows the political differences that still hamper the country.

Evening Standard

Queen asked to return ‘stolen’ 2,000-year-old ruins dubbed ‘Libya’s Elgin Marbles’

The Crown Estate is reportedly facing the threat of a legal challenge from Libya as it seeks the return of 2,000-year-old columns.

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Tanker that Sank off Tunisia Was Empty, Says Ministry

A fuel tanker that sank in waters off Tunisia last weekend was empty, the government said on Friday, ruling out the risk of pollution. But authorities announced they had arrested the ship's rescued crew after divers found evidence the ship's GPS had been deliberately destroyed and its bridge computers ripped…

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