The fifth Libyan-German Economic Forum kicked off this morning in Tripoli, with the participation of the Minister of Economy and Trade Suhail Abu Shiha. The forum is organized by the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce (Ghorfa) in cooperation with the Libya Experts Forum and hosted by the General Union of Chambers of Commerce. The […] The post Fifth Libyan-German Economic Forum kicks off in Tripoli appeared first on LibyaHerald.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL), Naji Issa, addressed the Minister of Economy and Trade, Suhail Abu Shiha, in a letter dated 18 May 2026 (Reference 6/1211 – leaked to Libyan media today), urging the ministry to issue a decision prohibiting the import and re-export of goods without transfer procedures through the […] The post CBL renews call on Economy Ministry to prohibit imports without payment through official bank transfers starting from 15 June appeared first on LibyaHerald.

Nigerian Army lauds joint US operation as part of ongoing military campaign to 'hunt down and kill terrorists anywhere'.

Democratic lawmakers blast move, which follows the establishment of a controversial 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.

The health minister has acknowledged that medics are playing catch-up with the virus after being slow to detect it.

Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.

The Hague-based court declines to comment, saying applications for warrants are classified as secret.

The 28-year-old's network is thought to have transported thousands of illegal migrants into the UK.

Israeli forces intercept all 77 ships in Gaza aid flotilla Israeli forces have intercepted all 77 ships participating in the latest flotilla mission aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade on the Gaza Strip, organisers said on Tuesday, more than a day after the interceptions began. According to flotilla organisers, the Israeli navy deployed a “fully equipped naval fleet” to stop and board the vessels before detaining hundreds of international volunteers. The interceptions in international waters have drawn criticism from several governments and rights groups amid worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza. All boats have been intercepted. We are awaiting more information about their illegal abduction. For Palestine We Won’t Stop. pic.twitter.com/Y2VLcasmMS — Global Sumud Flotilla (@gbsumudflotilla) May 19, 2026

Russia seeks progress on Power of Siberia 2 pipeline during China talks Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to discuss economic cooperation, energy security and geopolitical issues during talks in Beijing, amid continuing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Moscow and Beijing maintain close strategic ties and are involved in joint projects, including Arctic exploration and nuclear energy development. A major focus of the discussions is expected to be the proposed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, which would connect Russian gas fields in Siberia to China through Mongolia. Russia has long pushed for the project as an expansion of existing gas export routes to China, while Beijing is seeking additional energy supplies. Russian officials view potential Chinese approval of the pipeline as a significant strategic and economic win for Moscow.

The Pentagon said on Tuesday it was cutting the number of US Brigade Combat Teams stationed in Europe from four to three, returning troop levels to those seen in 2021 as Washington presses European allies to assume greater responsibility for regional defence. The move will temporarily delay the deployment of additional US forces to Poland.

EU lawmakers and member states reached a deal early on Wednesday to implement the bloc’s trade pact with the United States, ending months of wrangling over the accord as President Donald Trump threatened fresh tariffs unless it was approved by July 4. The compromise followed late-night negotiations between EU capitals and parliament negotiators.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia appointed on Saturday a former high court judge as the country’s new anti-graft czar to replace its outgoing chief who was dogged by allegations of abuse of power and illegal shareholding. The appointment of Abdul Halim Aman comes as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government faces increased scrutiny on promises made to tackle corruption in the Southeast Asian nation.

NEW DELHI: Gun battles between rival ethnic groups in India’s troubled northeastern Manipur state killed three men, police said, the latest unrest in the far-flung region. Manipur has seen periodic clashes for nearly three years between the predominantly Hindu Meitei majority and the mainly Christian Kuki community in which more than 250 people have been killed. “In a heavy exchange of fire … three individuals sustained fatal bullet injuries,” Manipur police said in a statement late Friday.

Royal Air Maroc is ramping up flights to the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, adding 32 special flights to help transport Moroccan fans supporting the Atlas Lions during the tournament’s group stage.

Ugandan authorities say more than 100 people have been placed under quarantine as health officials work to contain a rare Ebola outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus.