Libya's Abdulsalam al-Zoubi Faces Financial Setback After Supreme Court Ruling on Government Contracts
DEFENSE
Libya's Undersecretary for Defense, Abdulsalam al-Zoubi, faces a significant setback following a Supreme Court ruling that nullified a law granting him control over government contracts. This decision threatens his financial influence and could impact his relationship with Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, as al-Zoubi previously leveraged contract approvals for bribes. The ruling marks a potential shift in power dynamics within the Libyan government, particularly regarding al-Zoubi's role in security and foreign engagement.

Jan 24, 2026, 6:12 AM