The Russian Embassy in Libya officially started its consular services in Tripoli on Monday. The embassy announced that it will offer its services to citizens from Monday to Thursday.
In a statement on its Facebook page, the Russian Embassy mentioned that visitors to the consular section in Tripoli can access a full range of consular services, including visas, passports, civil status matters, document certification and authentication, and issues related to Russian citizenship.
The consular section’s working hours are as follows:
– Monday to Thursday: 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM
– Friday: Reserved for Russian citizens only, specifically for submitting documents related to citizenship issues.
On May 24, the Russian Embassy highlighted that payments for consular services will only be accepted in cash and in U.S. dollars.
Russia reopened its embassy in Tripoli in February, seven months after the Presidential Council accredited Russian Ambassador Haidar Aganin. Moscow also plans to open a consulate general in Benghazi later this year.
This move marks a significant step in strengthening diplomatic and consular relations between Russia and Libya, facilitating various services for citizens and promoting bilateral cooperation.
On Saturday, Haftar received the Russian Deputy Defense Minister, Yunus-bek Yevkurov and his accompanying delegation at the headquarters of the Libyan National Army (LNA).
Haftar welcomed the visiting delegation, emphasising the friendly relations between the two countries and the importance of enhancing these ties in military and economic fields.
The Russian Deputy Minister of Defense highlighted Russia’s contributions to developing the capabilities of the Libyan Armed Forces through training and efficiency enhancement. He also affirmed the commitment to joint cooperation in combating terrorism and extremism.
Days ago, the Special Representative of the Russian President for the Middle East and Africa and Deputy Foreign Minister, Mikhail Bogdanov, affirmed Moscow’s support for efforts aimed at achieving a swift and comprehensive resolution to the crisis in Libya.
He underscored the importance of maintaining Libya’s unity, territorial integrity, and sovereignty, according to a statement by the Russian Embassy in Libya, on Wednesday.
Bogdanov’s statement came during a meeting with Libya’s Ambassador to Russia, Mohammed Maghrawi. The meeting was held at Maghrawi’s request.
During the meeting, Bogdanov and Maghrawi exchanged views on the situation in Libya and discussed ways to further develop the traditionally friendly relations between Russia and Libya.
While Western powers accuse Russia of seeking to expand its influence and military presence in Libya through its ties with the Libyan National Army (LNA) in Benghazi, Moscow denies these allegations. Instead, Russia accuses the West of destroying Libya and interfering in its internal affairs.
