Benghazi, December 20, 2025 – Animal health offices in the Agriculture and Livestock sector of the municipalities (Al Bayda, Al Sahel, Al Marj, and Benghazi) have monitored cases of poultry flock deaths due to infection with Newcastle disease and infectious bronchitis.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock stated that samples from the infected flocks were sent to the Central Veterinary Laboratory in Benghazi, where test results showed 18 samples were positive for Newcastle disease.
The Ministry confirmed the registration of infections with Avian Influenza – Genetic Type A in birds in a number of municipalities, including Benghazi, Al Marj, Al Bayda, and the Al Tamimi area during the past period.
The Ministry attributed the spread of these diseases to a lack of the necessary resources to procure vaccines, serums, and essential equipment to support the work of the National Center for Animal Health and limit the outbreak of diseases.
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Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a key trading hub and the capital of the Kingdom of Libya from 1951 to 1963. It played a central role in the 2011 Libyan Revolution and was the site of a notable 2012 attack on a U.S. diplomatic compound.
Al Bayda
Al Bayda is a city in northeastern Libya, historically significant as the site where the University of Libya (later the University of Benghazi) was first founded in 1955. It also served as the temporary capital of the Kingdom of Libya under King Idris from 1963 until the 1969 coup.
Al Sahel
Al Sahel is a coastal region in Kuwait known for its scenic beaches and recreational areas. Historically, it has been part of Kuwait’s development as a modern urban and leisure destination along the Arabian Gulf.
Al Marj
Al Marj is a city in northeastern Libya, historically significant as the site of the ancient Greek colony of Barca, founded around 560 BCE. It later became an important Roman and Byzantine center before its modern development, though much of its ancient architecture was heavily damaged by an earthquake in 1963.
Central Veterinary Laboratory
The Central Veterinary Laboratory is a key scientific institution focused on animal health, disease research, and diagnostic services. Its history typically involves being established by national governments to support agriculture and public health, often evolving over decades to address challenges like livestock epidemics and food safety.
National Center for Animal Health
The National Center for Animal Health is a U.S. federal institution, part of the USDA, dedicated to researching and diagnosing animal diseases to protect livestock and public health. It was established to provide scientific expertise and regulatory support for the nation’s food supply and agricultural economy.
Al Tamimi
Al Tamimi is a prominent traditional market (souq) located in the heart of Kuwait City, known for its vibrant atmosphere and wide variety of goods, from spices and textiles to gold. Historically, it has served as a central commercial and social hub for decades, reflecting Kuwait’s mercantile heritage and the importance of trade in the region’s development.
