Fuel and Gas Crisis Committee monitors fuel supply operations, confirms availability, and indicates no shortage in supplies.
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Tripoli, February 11, 2026 – The Fuel and Gas Crisis Committee of the Ministry of Interior of the Government of National Unity conducted an inspection tour of a number of gasoline and diesel distribution warehouses. The purpose was to review stock levels and distribution mechanisms, and to monitor fuel supplies.
The Ministry confirmed, in coordination with distribution companies, that supply operations are proceeding normally and regularly, that fuel is available, and that there are no indications of a shortage in supplies.
The Ministry of Interior urged citizens not to pay attention to rumors, to avoid crowding in front of fuel stations or obstructing traffic, stressing its continued monitoring to ensure the stability of supplies and the regularity of the distribution process.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and later became a significant Roman city, with its old medina showcasing a rich history of subsequent Arab, Ottoman, and Italian colonial rule.
Fuel and Gas Crisis Committee
The Fuel and Gas Crisis Committee is a temporary governmental body typically formed in response to severe shortages or distribution emergencies affecting fuel supplies. Such committees are often established to coordinate a national response, manage rationing, and stabilize markets during crises. Their history is generally ad-hoc, arising during specific events like wars, economic sanctions, or major supply disruptions.
Ministry of Interior
The Ministry of the Interior is a key government department in many countries, typically responsible for internal affairs such as public safety, immigration, civil registration, and domestic policy. Its history generally dates to the formation of modern nation-states, evolving from older offices of home affairs to manage the growing administrative needs of a centralized government.
Government of National Unity
The Government of National Unity (GNU) is a term most notably associated with the post-apartheid transitional government in South Africa, formed in 1994 following the country’s first multiracial elections. It was a coalition government led by Nelson Mandela’s African National Congress (ANC) and included its former political rivals, the National Party and the Inkatha Freedom Party, to foster reconciliation and stability during the democratic transition.
