Libya: Tripoli: violence–airports may close on short notice

The Security tab was updated on May 23 – violence in Tripoli in mid-May, airports may close on short notice.

Previous information:

LIBYA – AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against non-essential travel to Libya due to the fragile political situation and the threat of terrorism in the region.

Regional Advisory for Derna
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to the city of Derna due to the unpredictable security situation, resulting from heightened political tensions and a recent rise in criminal activity.

 

Regional Advisory for Benghazi, Bani Walid and the regions of Sabha and Kufra
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to Benghazi, Bani Walid and the regions of Sabha and Kufra due to the unpredictable security situation and the risk of terrorism.
The Embassy of Canada in Libya’s ability to provide consular services to Canadian citizens in Benghazi, Bani Walid, and the Kufra district is extremely limited, due to continuing political instability and violence.

http://travel.gc.ca/destinations/libya?utm_source=libya&utm_medium=travel_en&utm_campaign=mailout_links&utm_content=2014-05-23%2005:04%20pm