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Fresh blasts rock Misrata ammunition depot, no deaths recorded so far

Inside Africa AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau -
A powerful explosion at the Misrata ammunition depot triggered hours of secondary blasts, sending rockets and artillery shells into nearby homes and farmland in Libya's western city of Misrata.

Migrant Deaths Off Tripoli Rise to Nine After Boat Capsizes Near Tajoura

Inside Africa AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau -
Nine migrant deaths off Tripoli have been confirmed after a boat carrying irregular migrants capsized near Tajoura. Recovery teams continue searching the coastline for missing passengers.

Zawiya Drone Attacks Cut Power to Libyan City, Renew Threat to Largest Refinery

Security & Conflict AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau -
Fresh Zawiya drone attacks have plunged parts of western Libya into darkness and intensified concerns over the security of the country's largest operating refinery, a vital hub for oil production and exports.

North Africa braces for rare sunset eclipse as Perseid meteors peak overnight

Climate & Environment AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau AfricanQuarters North Africa Bureau -
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia before the Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak, giving North African skywatchers a rare celestial double event.

Libya’s Central Bank Governor Resigns, Cites Sensitive Reasons

Governance & Accountability Joshua Moracha Joshua Moracha -
Libya's central bank governor Naji Issa has resigned, citing sensitive reasons for his departure. The unexpected move comes amid political tensions, financial pressures and ongoing disputes over Libya's economic management.
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