Latest in Tag: Libya Dawn Highlight
Latest in Tag: Libya Dawn

Libya’s internationally recognised government rejects UN-backed peace deal
Leaders in Libya’s internationally-recognised parliament in Tobruk have rejected a deal for sharing power with their rivals in Tripoli. The UN-mediated deal aims at bringing peace in the north African country

Local Libyan Islamists face ‘Islamic State’
‘Majlis Al-Shura’ declared Holy War on the militants earlier

Tobruk government rejects UN draft proposal
With the government also barring its delegates from continuing talks, negotiations might be over
“Islamic State” affiliates make gains in Libya
Militia took over Sirte’s airbase, looks to capture surrounding areas
172 Tunisians detained by Libyan militia
Tunisian officials claim Libya Dawn-affiliated group is holding nationals hostage to bargain
Libyans protest censorship on Press Freedom Day
Censoring of key press organs by Libya Dawn and the worsening conditions for journalists spark protests

Possibly first names for Libyan unity government this week: UN envoy
UN chief negotiator Leon pushes for a unity government; Tobruk government continues its offensive
Evidence of cluster bombs used in Libya, EU to discuss new mission: HRW
Human Rights Watch report indicates use of cluster bombs in Libyan civil war, while EU High Representative raises issue of possible EU mission to Libya

Libya peace talks bound to fail: Analyst
Geneva talks between opposing Libyan political factions set to take place this week, UN says

Egypt closes Salloum border amid Libya security woes
Border guards detain 151 illegal migrants attempting to enter Libya
Egyptian national shot dead in Benghazi in militia crossfire
Egyptian foreign ministry remains concerned over security and political situation in Libya

Libya’s neighbours push for political process as crisis deepens
Islamist dominated GNC appoint rival PM as international community calls for calm