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Libyan General and War Crimes Suspect Arrested in Tripoli

11/6/2025

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Osama Almasri Najim, Libyan general and International Criminal Court war crimes suspect, was arrested in Tripoli.
He allegedly tortured prisoners, including one fatality, according to Libyan authorities.
Italy's earlier release provoked outrage, with critics saying Najim's release reflected energy interests tied to the 2017 pact with Libya.
Libya's prosecutor says there is sufficient evidence for charges against Najim, repatriated on an Italian Air Force plane.

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Osama Almasri Najim, Libyan general and International Criminal Court war crimes suspect, was arrested in Tripoli.
He allegedly tortured prisoners, including one fatality, according to Libyan authorities.
Italy's earlier release provoked outrage, with critics saying Najim's release reflected energy interests tied to the 2017 pact with Libya.
Libya's prosecutor says there is sufficient evidence for charges against Najim, repatriated on an Italian Air Force plane.