Libya: The two governments dividedly fighting extremist groups

  The Tobruk and Tripoli governments have oriented their guns towards extremist groups in territories under their respective control although the rivalry between them continues. Forces of the internationally recognized Tobruk government are fighting Majlis al-Shura, an umbrella for armed groups including Ansar al-Sharia, in the eastern city of Benghazi while Tripoli is battling it […]

Oil Conocophillips to assess Morocco’s hydrocarbons potential in northern region

Morocco has granted to the oil company Conocophillips-Morocco Ventures Ltd, a subsidiary of American energy corporation, a two-year permit to carry out onshore exploration works and studies in “Mesorif” area located in the north of the country. The reconnaissance contract was signed lately via videoconference by Amina Benkhadra, General Manager of hydrocarbons Office, and Melissa […]

Four Libyan oilfields to reopen after deal between Prime Minister & PFG

Production at four vital Libyan oilfields will resume after a meeting between Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibeh and representatives of a faction of the Petroleum Facilities Guard (PFG) which handle security of the sites, reports say. Wafa, El Feel, Sharara and Hamada oilfields halted production after the PFG staged protests against a number of issues, including […]