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🛒 تسوق الآنLibyan Security Agency Declares Alert, Warns Against Tampering with National Oil Corporation
Libyan Security Agency Declares Alert, Warns Against Tampering with National Oil Corporation
Security forces mobilize to protect Libya's oil sector as protest movement threatens to shut down key energy facilities in Tripoli
The Security Support Directorate for Regions (SSDR) announced on Tuesday its commitment to securing the headquarters of the National Oil Corporation (NOC) in Tripoli, warning it would take firm action against any attempt to attack the building or disrupt its security. The agency simultaneously affirmed that the right to peaceful protest remains guaranteed under Libyan law.
The warning comes as protest movements gain momentum in the capital, with demonstrators threatening to shut down multiple oil and gas facilities in the coming hours — a move that could place Libya's most vital economic sector under severe pressure.
Escalating Protests in Tripoli
The SSDR's statement follows the "Harak Abna'a Souq al-Jumaa" (Souq al-Jumaa Sons Movement) announcement on Monday, July 27, 2026, declaring plans for a peaceful campaign targeting key energy sector institutions. The protest movement, which demands the overthrow of the government, identified several specific targets including the Ministry of Oil and Gas, the National Oil Corporation, and multiple operating companies.
Among the companies named in the movement's statement are Mellitah Oil & Gas, Zueitina Oil Company, Harouj Oil Operations, Zalla Oilfields, Waha Oil Company, and Italian energy giant Eni. The breadth of these targets has raised concerns that any escalation could disrupt Libya's crude production and export capabilities.
Security Forces Draw a Red Line
In its official notice, the SSDR emphasized that its mandate to protect the NOC headquarters stems from the building's status as a public facility representing Libyan national wealth. "Protecting public institutions and preserving the state's resources are among our highest priorities," the agency stated.
The directorate stressed that police elements would act within the law and with full firmness against any attempts targeting the building or threatening the safety of its employees. The goal, it said, is to maintain the institution's integrity and ensure the continuity of its operations away from violations or disruptions.
Balancing Rights and Stability
The security response reflects a broader challenge facing Libyan authorities: how to balance constitutionally guaranteed protest rights with the imperative to protect critical national infrastructure. The SSDR explicitly acknowledged this tension in its statement, affirming its commitment to protecting citizens' right to express themselves and demonstrate peacefully — provided such activities remain within legal frameworks and do not endanger public property.
Official sources have stressed the necessity of maintaining this balance, particularly as Libya's oil sector remains the backbone of the national economy, accounting for the vast majority of government revenues and foreign currency earnings.
Parliamentary Dimension
The security developments add a new layer to an ongoing political dispute over the NOC's location. Libyan media, including Sky News Arabia, have reported that the Parliament has previously called for relocating the NOC headquarters — a demand that reflects deeper political divisions between the eastern and western administrations. The Government of National Unity, based in Tripoli, controls an estimated 80% of Libyan territory including the most important oil fields and export terminals in the Gulf of Sirte and the southwestern fields.
Economic Stakes
Libya's oil sector has experienced repeated shutdowns due to political conflicts and protests over the past decade. Any disruption to production or exports would have immediate consequences for government finances and could exacerbate the country's ongoing economic challenges, including currency depreciation and inflation.
The situation remains fluid as authorities monitor protest activity across Tripoli and other cities, with security forces on heightened alert to prevent any breach of critical energy infrastructure.
— Libya Press / Economy Desk
