In rare talks between the Haftars, the Dabaibas, and U.S. envoy Massad Boulous in Rome, discussions touched on Tripoliβs fragile stability and Libyaβs oil sector, hinting at a potential shift that could redefine power dynamics in Libya.
With growing political instability in western Libya, there is a clear sense that the status quo is shifting, triggering an intensified struggle over the countryβs vast natural wealth.
The chances of renewed fighting across the Libyan capital, Tripoli, appear increasingly likely as efforts to contain GNU Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba fail.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)βs new political roadmap for resolving the national crisis has received rare praise across Libyaβs political spectrum. It presents a real opportunity for success, but only if UNSMIL can capitalize on its momentum.
Libyaβs High National Election Commission (HNEC) has finally conducted the long-awaited second round of municipal elections, but uncertainty remains as momentum builds for new national elections.
Saddam Haftar's rise as the successor to his father, Khalifa Haftar, closes the question of "who comes next?" but opens a new one: can he fill his father's shoes?
In recent years, UNSMIL has failed to provide meaningful leadership, allowing Libyaβs political crisis to deepen with no clear path forward. While it has thus far fallen short of its mandate, it still retains the opportunity to recalibrate, though time and public confidence are running out.
EXCLUSIVE β Massad Boulos, U.S. President Donald Trumpβs Special Presidential Advisor on Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs, is preparing to embark on a tour of the Maghreb in the coming days.
The growing regional prominence of the Libyan National Army (LNA) has led Egypt to seek a stronger relationship with al-Rajma in order to address the geopolitical concerns of Cairo.
The Commander of the Libyan National Army (LNA) Ground Forces, Saddam Haftar, hopes to reset relations with Algeria, one of the few regional supporters of the rival Government of National Unity (GNU).
Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba now likely feels confident enough to fight the Rada Special Deterrence Forces in Tripoli, but wants Rada to make the first move.
Central Bank of Libya (CBL) Governor Naji Issa is doing what he can to keep Libyaβs economy functioning, but he is unable to stop the main issue of the growing budget deficit.