Tripoli, February 06, 2026 – The General Command announced today, Friday, the commencement of the operational project “Storm 1” in the Bir al-Ghanam area, under the supervision of the Libyan Army’s Training Department.
The project involves officers from the 55th batch, a company from the Western Coastal region, a company from the Western Mountain region, and a number of military units.
It was confirmed that this project comes within the framework of raising the level of coordination and operational efficiency, enhancing readiness, and supporting the capabilities of units belonging to the Ground Forces, as well as preparing officers through practical training in their technical specializations to carry out assigned tasks.
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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 has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, which is reflected in its diverse architecture, such as the ancient Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra).
Bir al-Ghanam
Bir al-Ghanam is a town in northwestern Libya, historically significant as a major site for the trans-Saharan trade, particularly in livestock. Its name, which translates to “Well of the Sheep” in Arabic, reflects its traditional role as a crucial watering and trading post for nomadic herders and caravans.
Libyan Army
The Libyan Army is the official military force of Libya, originally established after the country gained independence in 1951. Its history has been marked by periods of centralization under the monarchy and later under Muammar Gaddafi, followed by fragmentation and conflict among various factions after the 2011 civil war.
Western Coastal region
The Western Coastal region of the United States, particularly in California, Oregon, and Washington, has a history shaped by Indigenous cultures, Spanish colonization, and the 19th-century Gold Rush. It is now a major economic and technological hub, known for its diverse landscapes ranging from rugged Pacific coastlines to dense forests.
Western Mountain region
The Western Mountain region, often associated with the sacred Mount Tai in China’s Shandong province, is a historically significant cultural landscape. It has been a major site for Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucian worship and pilgrimage for over 3,000 years, with emperors performing sacred rituals there to legitimize their rule. The area is renowned for its ancient temples, inscriptions, and pathways that embody the traditional Chinese reverence for mountains.
Ground Forces
The Ground Forces refer to the land-based military branches of a nation’s armed forces, responsible for terrestrial combat operations. Historically, they are often the oldest service branch, with their organization and tactics evolving from ancient infantry and cavalry to modern mechanized and combined arms units. Their specific history is tied to the individual nation they serve, reflecting its military traditions and conflicts.
