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At least one person was killed and six injured when fierce clashes broke out on Saturday in the city of Zawiya in western Libya, prompting calls for a ceasefire to rescue families trapped in the conflict area, a Libyan TV channel said.

Ali Ahneesh, head of the Red Crescent branch in Zawiya, told the Istanbul-based Libya Alahrar TV channel that 10 families had been evacuated, and called for a ceasefire to evacuate families stuck in the areas where the clashes have taken place."

Reports of unrest in the city were circulated on the internet with unverified footage of gunmen exchanging fire. Imad Ammar, a member of Zawiya's elders and notables council, said the fighting appeared to involve individuals rather than armed groups.

"The situation was very bad in the morning. There is calm now, but the security and government authorities must use all their power to end this conflict," said Ammar.

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one killed in civil unrest in Libya - The Jerusalem Post

FAST FACTS

The devastating September storm and dam breaches in Derna caused 11,300 causalities and forced approximately 40,000 residents to evacuate.

Derna, Sousa, Al Bayada, and Al Makhaili are among the communities grappling with the lasting effects of the disaster, and urgently require medical care, mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services.

OUR FOOTPRINT

International Medical Corps was the first international humanitarian organization in Libya after the 2011 conflict began, and has since been providing critical health, nutrition, protection, MHPSS and WASH services.

OUR RESPONSE

Our emergency medical response currently comprises 10 EMT Type 1 teamsseven mobile units and three stationed at fixed facilities in Albayda, Albayyada, Benghazi, Derna, Misrata, Sousa, Tobruk and Tokra. These teams have conducted 29,457 health consultations so far.

To respond to critical WASH needs, we have distributed almost 10.8 million liters of water through water trucking, 1,300 20-liter jerry cans and 23,800 7-liter bottles of water.

We have delivered 600 in-person MHPSS consultations to people in Albayda, Albayyada, Benghazi, Misrata, Tobruk and Tokra.

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Libya Flooding: Situation Report #15 (May 17, 2024) - Libya - ReliefWeb

The Tripoli-based Libyan Ministry of Transport announced that it participated in the 3rd Toward the South forum in Sorrento, Italy, held from 17-18 May.

The Ministry was represented by its Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transportation for Air Transport Affairs, Khaled Swessi, accompanied by the Minister of Local Government, Badr Al-Din Al-Toumi, and the Libyan Ambassador to Italy.

The forum was organised by Italian think tank The European House Ambrazzotti and was focused on greater geopolitical, economic and socio-cultural engagement between Europe and the Mediterranean area, includingdeveloping transport infrastructure.

Undersecretary Swessi delivered a speech on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Mohamed Al-Shahoubi, in which he touched on the efforts of the ministry in developing the infrastructure of the transportation sector.

He also called on international companies, Italian companies and Mediterranean countries to invest in Libya in all fields, and transportation in particular.

He highlighted the steps the ministry has achieved to develop airports and equip them in accordance with international standards for security and safety.

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Ministry of Transport participates in 3rd Toward the South forum in Sorrento, Italy - Libya Herald

Two Libyan olive oil brands won gold at Geneves European International Olive Oil Competition (EIOOC) 2024.

Al-Ajnaf Olive Press won gold and best in its class while Lamin Olive Press also won gold.

The organisers commented that Your victory in this prestigious competition is a testament to your commitment to producing world-class Libyan olive oil. Keep up the excellent work, and we look forward to celebrating your continued successes in the future!

Advancing the diversification of Libyas economy through planting high density olive trees for olive oil production (libyaherald.com)

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An olive oil industry can diversify the economy and earn foreign currency: Head of SME programme (libyaherald.com)

First National Olive Oil Prize launched (libyaherald.com)

Libyan olive oil from Gharian wins two international prizes during May (libyaherald.com)

Libyas Libico olive oil from Gharian wins another international prize (libyaherald.com)

Libyan olive oils win prizes at Berlin awards plans to increase production | (libyaherald.com)

Libico olive oil exported to Italy | (libyaherald.com)

Libyan Export Promotion Centre discusses with Italian Chamber export of olive oil, dates and tuna to Italy and Europe | (libyaherald.com)

Libya organizes non-oil exports conference Tripoli, 16-17 March | (libyaherald.com)

Libya considering allowing fish exports to EU | (libyaherald.com)

Libyan dates exported to Morocco through Benghazi port | (libyaherald.com)

Libya takes first steps towards exporting fish to Europe | (libyaherald.com)

Oil and olive oil fair opens in Tripoli | (libyaherald.com)

Never mind the oil, what about the olive oil? | (libyaherald.com)

Eighth Libyan Dates and Associated Industries exhibition opens in Tripoli | (libyaherald.com)

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Two Libyan olive oil brands win gold at Geneva's European International Olive Oil Competition (EIOOC) 2024 - Libya Herald

Organisers of the 50th Tripoli International Fair reported that productive meetings between businessmen and investors took place on Wednesday (15 to 21 May).

These important B2B sessions, it added, held alongside the exhibition, facilitated discussions on enhancing economic growth. They also aim to maximize the benefits for participating companies. Business leaders from Libya, Malaysia, Tunisia, and Algeria convened to explore various proposals for collaboration, deal exchanges, and economic development initiatives.

The meetings were conducted at the historical reception hall within the premises of the Tripoli International Fair. The B2B programmes continues daily until the conclusion of the event, providing an opportunity for participants who have not yet engaged to connect and familiarize themselves with the activities of exhibiting companies and institutions.

These bilateral meetings are organized using a digital platform under the supervision of the General Authority for Exhibitions. Alongside these details, a schedule outlining upcoming meetings is published, inviting all interested parties to participate and contribute to enriching these engagements.

300 companies exhibiting at 50th Tripoli International Fair (libyaherald.com)

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Organised and scheduled B2B meetings will be held throughout the 50th Tripoli International Fair - Libya Herald