Libya has witnessed a major milestone with the graduation of 700 military intelligence officers, the first class to complete training since 2011.
The ceremony, held on Thursday, was attended by interim Prime Minister of the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) Abdul Hamid Dbaiba, Presidential Council member Abdullah Al-Lafi, senior military officials, and Major General Mahmoud Hamza, head of the General Directorate of Military Intelligence.
Dbaiba emphasized that the newly trained officers represent a significant step toward rebuilding Libya’s military institutions.
He stressed the importance of strengthening intelligence capabilities to confront growing regional and international security challenges. He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to establishing a modern and professional military force, one that is capable of protecting Libya’s sovereignty and securing its resources.
The ceremony included a military parade showcasing the discipline and operational readiness of the graduates. The event also featured live intelligence exercises, simulating real-world security threats and demonstrating the trainees’ ability to handle strategic operations with precision and professionalism.
Several new military and logistical facilities were inaugurated as part of the event. These included the Military Intelligence Forum, the Officers’ Hall, a state-of-the-art dining facility, and a new mosque, named after Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman, providing essential services to personnel.
The graduation marks a turning point in Libya’s efforts to restore its military intelligence sector, which had been largely inactive since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi.
Over the past decade, Libya has faced deep political divisions, the presence of armed groups, and ongoing foreign interference, making intelligence services crucial for national security.
Since 2011, Libya has struggled with a fragmented security landscape, with various factions and militias controlling different regions.
Multiple international efforts have aimed at restructuring and unifying the country’s armed forces, but challenges persist. Strengthening military intelligence is now seen as an essential step in improving defense strategies, countering organized crime, and securing Libya’s borders.
