Schengen Visa Rules: The EU has published an updated list of nationalities that must get a Schengen visa before travel, and 51 African countries are included—Libya is among them—meaning advance visa planning for many would-be European visitors. Libya Tourism Push: Libya’s National Development Authority says it’s ready to invest directly with Tunisia on airport upgrades, including modernizing Tunis-Carthage International Airport or building a new airport, citing over 3 million Libyan tourists visiting Tunisia each year. Khoms Heritage Drive: Libya launched a National Tourist Caravan Programme from Khoms, tying tourism promotion to Roman heritage at Leptis Magna and aiming to boost visitor activity and cultural identity. Waddan Festival Wrap: The Waddan Heritage and Folk Arts Festival concluded after four days of crafts, performances, and heritage visits, with participation from multiple Libyan cities. Benghazi–Turkey Sea Link: A new passenger ferry route from Benghazi’s Jaliyana Free Zone port to Turkey resumed after decades, targeting easier travel, tourism, and maritime trade. Border Safety Advisory: Japan lowered its travel danger level for Egypt’s South Sinai to avoid non-essential travel, but kept Libya border areas at avoid-level, urging caution for anyone planning regional trips. Migrant Abuse Watch: A viral “Slave Trade in Libya 2026” video sparked outrage, but reporting says the specific footage’s details aren’t independently confirmed, while UN findings continue to highlight serious migrant abuses in Libya.