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Egypt: Authorities to crack-down on authors of alleged torture cases

The Egyptian ministry of the interior Sunday vowed to deal with growing torture cases and punish police forces involved in such acts. The ministry promised no leniency over what people call total impunity of police forces in the face of the increasing human rights abuses committed by these forces. The interior ministry is under fire […]

Libya: GNA-linked Militias Fight over Control of Oil Facility in Sabratha

Two militia groups linked to the UN-backed Government of National Accord have fought over the control of oil and gas terminal in the town of Sabratha, with the GNA and Italy fearing the fighting could disrupt efforts to thwart migrants’ smuggling in the town known as a departure point for the perilous journey across the […]

After Turkey, Libya refuses to attend Paris conference because of Israel’s attendance

The interim government of Libya, National Unity Government (GNU), has said it will not attend the Nov. 12 Paris conference on the oil-rich North African country, should Israel be part of the summit, Libya Observer reports.     “The government is steadfast in its position and the position of all Libyans and is committed to […]