Russia officially reopened its embassy in Tripoli, Libya, on Thursday, seven months after the Presidential Council accredited Russian Ambassador Hayder Aghanin.
Moscow also plans to open a general consulate in Benghazi later this year.
The reopening ceremony was attended by the head of the Libyan-Russian Joint Committee, Mohamed Aoun, who is the Minister of Oil and Gas in the “Government of National Unity,” and the Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development, Mabrouka Togi, along with Ambassador Aghanin.
Minister Aoun stated that the reopening of Russia’s embassy in Tripoli is a “significant step” that will strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
He considered it a “strong message” to the international community, indicating that Libya has become more stable and secure, according to a statement from the Ministry of Oil.
The minister highlighted that cooperation in the energy, oil, and gas sectors is among the most important aspects of the bilateral relationship, praising Russia’s announcement of the upcoming opening of the consular section.
In his speech, delivered in Arabic, Ambassador Aghanin marked the day as significant for the relationship between the Russian Federation and Libya, entering a new era of cooperation.
He noted that on September 25, 2025, the Russian embassy would celebrate the 70th anniversary of Libyan-Russian relations.
Aghanin emphasized that “diplomacy is the best means of communication and dialogue between nations to achieve stability and mutual understanding,” affirming that “peace and development are not just options but an absolute necessity.”
He also mentioned that the embassy is set to open a general consulate in Benghazi within this year, as reported by “Russia Today.”
