Malta rescues down 90%, Libya intercepts up 230%

Malta’s involvement in rescuing migrant boats in the Mediterranean has declined precipitously since 2020, with new analysis showing a 90 per cent drop in operations by the island nation’s armed forces alongside a corresponding 230 per…

Gaza casualties continue amid renewed fighting

Gaza’s Health Ministry reported on Sunday that 54,880 Palestinians have died since the conflict began in October 2023, with casualties continuing to mount during recent military operations.According to ministry figures, 108…

Benghazi death triggers probe demand

The Libyan Crime Watch has asked the Attorney General to conduct an independent investigation into the death of 51-year-old Murad Mansour Al-Madhkoor in Benghazi. The organisation states that Al-Madhkoor was shot by members of the 20/20…

GCC demands foreign troops leave Libya

The Gulf Cooperation Council has renewed its call for the immediate withdrawal of all foreign forces and mercenaries from Libya while maintaining support for a Libyan-led political solution.Following the 164th ministerial session,…

Israeli PM confirms arms distribution to Gaza clans

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged providing weapons to local clans in Gaza as part of efforts to counter Hamas operations in the territory.The disclosure came following statements by opposition politician Avigdor…

Economist notes points in Central Bank of Libya report

Economic analyst Mukhtar Al-Jadid stated that the Central Bank of Libya’s report issued yesterday contains notable points requiring attention and analysis, though he postponed detailed discussion until after the Eid al-Adha holiday.…

IDF strikes hit southern Beirut suburbs

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has conducted at least 17 strikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon's capital. Al Jazeera reported that the areas were targeted by fighter jets and drones. According to Lebanon's LBCI broadcaster,…