Tripoli clashes widen overnight in worst fighting this year
The Libyan capital's most powerful armed factions battled in several districts overnight.
Tue Aug 15 2023
Tripoli calm, Libya riven after worst fighting in years
The intense fighting killed 32 people yet appeared to leave the Tripoli government more firmly entrenched.
Mon Aug 29 2022
Death toll from Tripoli clashes rises to 16
The death toll from clashes between two rival armed groups in the Libyan capital Tripoli has increased to 16, and the injuries to 52, the Libyan Ministry of Health said on Saturday.
Sun Jul 24 2022
Son of Muammar Gaddafi released from prison in Libya
A son of Libya's ousted leader Muammar Gaddafi has been released from prison in the capital Tripoli, security sources said Sunday.
Mon Sep 06 2021
East Libyan government issues retaliatory entry ban against U.S. citizens
The eastern-based government of Abdullah al-Thinni is aligned with Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar and is opposed to the internationally recognised Government of National Accord in Tripoli.
Thu Sep 28 2017
Manchester bomber's father says he did not expect attack
Ramadan Abedi, who was detained by a Tripoli counterterrorism force during the interview, said his son Salman had told his family that he was heading on pilgrimage to Mecca.
Thu May 25 2017
Libyan PM calls on Najib in Riyadh
Both leaders discussed ways to further strengthen Kuala Lumpur-Tripoli ties.
Sun May 21 2017
Car bomb explodes in central Tripoli, near Italy embassy - security official
Two charred bodies were recovered from the car, according to a statement on a social media page run by a local branch of the Red Crescent, but the identity of the occupants was unknown.
Sun Jan 22 2017
11 dead migrants found on Libya beaches: Red Crescent
The bodies of 11 migrants who died trying to make the perilous journey to Europe have washed up on beaches around Libya's capital Tripoli, the Red Crescent said Wednesday.
Thu Dec 29 2016
Libyan forces advance in Sirte, 14 troops killed, officials say
Libyan forces allied with the U.N.-backed government in Tripoli are close to clearing out the last remnants of the militant group from the former hometown of dead leader Muammar Gaddafi.
Sat Oct 15 2016
Helicopter crashes in Libya with 23 on board: official
A helicopter with 23 people on board crashed Tuesday near the Libyan capital but the cause was unclear, a security official said.
Tue Oct 27 2015
Bomb explodes outside Spanish embassy in Libya
A bomb exploded outside Spain's embassy in the Libyan capital on Monday night without causing injuries, an attack later claimed by the IS group.
Tue Apr 21 2015
Nine dead including five foreigners in Tripoli hotel assault
The dead included three security guards killed in the initial attack on the Corinthia Hotel, five foreigners shot dead by gunmen and another person taken hostage by the attackers.
Tue Jan 27 2015
Government evacuates 11 Malaysians from Tripoli
The evacuation process was carried out from Tripoli to Tunis via Misurata Airport Tunisia on Aug 3.
Tue Aug 05 2014
Tripoli fire rages as Libya warplane crashes during Benghazi fighting
A huge blaze raged for a third day at a fuel depot near Tripoli's airport, while a warplane crashed in Benghazi.
Wed Jul 30 2014
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024