UNSMIL holds several meetings in Misrata
The Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Tetteh, held several meetings with officials from Misrata during a visit to the city on Thursday.
According to a statement from the UN mission, the visit is part of a series of community meetings that will be held across the country as part of broad consultations on the executive summary of the Advisory Committee's report.
During a meeting with the Misrata Municipal Council, members of the House of Representatives, the High Council of State, civil society representatives, youth groups, and the Commander of the Central Military Zone, Mohammed Musa, Tetteh discussed the options proposed by the Advisory Committee.
Participants exchanged views on the committee's recommendations, stressing the importance of learning from past experiences, including safeguards to ensure the implementation of any political agreement, and calling for support from the UN Security Council.
Attendees also expressed their deep frustration and concern over the current situation in the country, citing the recent clashes in Tripoli, the continued division of state institutions, widespread corruption, the proliferation of weapons, the indefinite postponement of national elections, and the lack of progress toward lasting stability.
In a separate meeting, Tetteh discussed with a group of youth the challenges they face in participating in decision-making at both local and national levels, including in political affairs. She reaffirmed the UN mission's commitment to consulting with Libyans on a roadmap that leads to national elections and the formation of a unified government.
Tetteh also praised the positive role played by the elders and dignitaries of Misrata in de-escalating tensions during the recent events in Tripoli and reiterated the mission's support for efforts to reinforce the ceasefire.
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