Canada Pledges $5 Million for Libyan Flood Relief

September 17, 2023

In response to the catastrophic flooding that devastated parts of Libya, the Canadian federal government has committed a humanitarian aid ...

Death Toll in Libya’s Derna Reaches 11,300

September 17, 2023

The United Nations has officially reported a devastating increase in the death toll resulting from the catastrophic floods in the ...

Health Threats Low from Victims’ Bodies in Libya

September 17, 2023

Contrary to some misconceptions, the bodies of victims of natural disasters or armed conflict generally do not pose a significant ...

Russia Sends 3rd Aid Plane to Libyan Flood Victims

September 16, 2023

Russia continues its support for Libya in the aftermath of the devastating Mediterranean storm "Daniel." The third Russian relief plane ...

WHO: 9,000 Missing After Libyan Floods

September 16, 2023

In the aftermath of the devastating storm "Daniel", the World Health Organization (WHO) made a critical announcement this Saturday: a ...

Libya's Attorney General, al-Sadiq al-Sur, has affirmed that criminal actions will target those responsible for the Derna Dam disaster, regardless of their status or identity. During a press conference late Friday evening, al-Sur stated, "The Attorney General's office has comprehensive studies about the history of the dams. We have initiated summoning the Dam Management and the specialized authority for water resources." He emphasized that investigations focus on the funds allocated for dam maintenance. Confirming that reports in his office documented the presence of cracks in the dams, he underlined their urgent need for repair. Al-Sur further revealed that the investigations encompass successive local authorities, highlighting any lapses or negligence that contributed to the collapse of the dams. "Once the investigations are concluded, we will release the details and take action against those who have precipitated this disaster," he pledged. Parallelly, Libya's Health Minister appointed by the parliament, Othman Abdel Jalil, confirmed that the death toll has risen to 3,166. He clarified that these figures have been recorded by the prosecutors responsible for burials. The Derna Dam catastrophe has drawn significant attention to the infrastructure and management practices in Libya, highlighting the country's broader challenges. Libya, emerging from years of conflict, has seen its critical infrastructure often neglected or underfunded. This tragedy has prompted many to call for better governance and greater transparency in infrastructure projects. Dams play a pivotal role in the nation's water management and energy production, and this incident underscores the urgent need for improved safety protocols and maintenance.

Libya to Investigate Derna Dam Collapse

September 16, 2023

Libya's Attorney General, al-Sadiq al-Sur, has affirmed that criminal actions will target those responsible for the Derna Dam disaster, regardless ...

IOM: 36000 Displaced due to Floods in Libya

September 16, 2023

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reported that the storm "Daniel" has caused the displacement of more than 36,000 ...

English Premier League to Pay Tribute to Morocco & Libya Disasters

September 15, 2023

Premier League announced that all matches this weekend will pay tribute following the tragic earthquakes in Morocco and Libya that ...

Libya’s Derna Locked Down as Death Toll Rises

September 15, 2023

In a distressing escalation of fatalities in Libya, the authorities have decisively shut down the city of Derna, overwhelmed by ...

Libya & UN Discuss Urgent Measures Following Floods

September 15, 2023

Abdullah Al-Lafi, Vice-President of the Libyan Presidential Council, welcomed Georgette Gagnon, the Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and ...

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