Libya
Libyan energy ambitions will likely fall short
Oil production has been relatively stable after years of fluctuations and disruptions
LibyaLocal tensions will hurt Libya's oil sector
The authorities are unable to contain local grievances and fight fuel smuggling, resulting in a new oil field closure
LibyaDiscontent in east Libya will be quashed
East-based Khalifa Haftar and his forces are going to great lengths to prevent any possible opposition to their rule
LibyaLibya's leaders will resist UN political pressure
A newly announced effort by the UN envoy to Libya is not gaining traction yet
LibyaTripoli-based government will face legitimacy issues
Tensions in western Libya threatened to escalate to open military confrontation
LibyaEastern Libyan army ties with Russia will be strong
A deeper and more formalised relationship with Russia may be in the works
LibyaCorruption claims will challenge Tripoli’s government
The audit bureau released its 2022 report, showing many incidences of corruption and mismanagement of public funds
LibyaReconstruction of Libya's Derna will be difficult
More than a month after the floods in the city of Derna, there is little progress in rebuilding the city
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