US Warns of Sanctions Against People, Entities Interfering in Libya
The U.S. Embassy in Libya threatened sanctions against people, governments and entities causing violence in Libya and disrupting the country’s economy. In a July 12 statement, the embassy said “foreign-backed efforts against Libya’s economic and financial sectors” have affected the…
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country’s National Oil Corporation and “heightened the risk of confrontation.” The embassy specifically mentioned attacks by Wagner mercenaries -- controlled by the U.S.-sanctioned, Russia-based PMC Wagner -- against NOC facilities. “Those who undermine Libya’s economy and cling to military escalation will face isolation and risk of sanctions,” the embassy said.