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Libyan authorities said Friday that they have ordered the closure of the country’s airspace for security concerns.
Recent Violence Will Hurt Libyan Economy, Oil Revenue, Experts Say
The Libyan economy is in trouble, given recent violence and with oil revenue in the control of militias.
Libyan Air Controllers Strike To Protest Against Tripoli Airport Shelling
The strike puts pressure on rival militias to end four days of heavy fighting over control of the country's biggest airport, during which at least 20 aircraft have been damaged in the worst violence in the Libyan capital for six months.
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Tripoli Airport Shut As Clashes Between Zintan And Islamist Militia Kill 7 People; UN Moves Staff Out Of Libya
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Oil Prices Fall As Libya Regains Control Of 2 Major Export Terminals, Ending Yearlong Rebel Occupation
Rebel groups ended a yearlong blockade at major export terminals Es Sider and Ras Lanuf, which could start shipping crude again within a week.
Libya Declares Oil Crisis Over After Government Reclaims Ports
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Nicolas Sarkozy, Former French President, Taken Into Custody On Corruption Charges
The French leader's lawyer and two magistrates were arrested on Tuesday.
Ahmed Abu Khattala, Benghazi Suspect Pleads Not Guilty In U.S. Court
Ahmed Abu Khattala made his first appearance in a U.S. courtroom in Washington.
Libyans Vote In Parliamentary Election Despite Hifter's Attacks On Government Strongholds in East
For weeks it seemed as though the country would fall into a full-fledged civil war. Could this election save Libya? Probably not, analysts say.
Kerry In Egypt: Support For Sisi Despite Jailed Journalists
Kerry assures Sisi of U.S. support despite the conviction of three journalists for allegedly broadcasting false information.
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275 Marines Into Baghdad Not Necessarily Sign of American Military Return To Iraq
The president's decision to dispatch 275 Marines to protect the embassy in Baghdad does not necessarily herald an American return.
Ahmed Abu Khattala, Alleged Benghazi Attack Ringleader, Captured In Libya By US Forces
The capture of Ahmed Abu Khattala comes nearly two years after the attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi.
Benghazi Fighting Escalates Ahead Of Parliamentary Elections
The fighting was led by a rogue retired army general.
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Iraqi Crisis Could Drive Oil Prices Up To Recession-Era Levels If Insurgents Expand South, Analysts Say
Global oil prices are rising and could soar further as insurgents in Iraq threaten southern oil fields and export facilities, analysts say.
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Libyan Rebel Says He's 'Waiting' For Egyptian Military Operation Inside Country
Supporters of Gen. Hifter clashed with government supporters in Tripoli on Friday, escalating an already violent situation in the country.
More Boko Haram Deaths, Less Media Coverage And No U.S. Troops On the Ground In Nigeria
The kidnapping of the Nigerian schoolgirls dominates press coverage, but it's far from the whole story.
New Libyan Cabinet Of Premier Ahmed Maiteeq Meets After Police Take Over Building
The previous premier refused to acknowledge his successor as legitimate.
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