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Libyan Express
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Libyan Express
HoR hears from prime ministerial candidates
Parliamentary session held for prime ministerial candidates Libya's House of Representatives convened on Tuesday to hear presentations from 12 candidates seeking to become the next prime minister. The session, chaired by Speaker Aguila Saleh, marked a significant step in efforts to form a new unified government and move towards national elections. At the opening of the session, the House's rapporteur clarified that the acceptance of the candidates was provisional, with the day's agenda limited to the presentation and discussion of each candidate's proposed programme. Speaker Saleh used the opportunity to publicly criticise the continued absence of a large number of MPs, some of whom, he said, had not attended sessions in over a year. He suggested that disciplinary measures — including salary suspension or revocation of membership — could be introduced to address chronic absenteeism. Saleh also announced that the House will soon schedule a separate session to formally select a new prime minister. He added that representatives from the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), along with ambassadors from several countries, would be invited to attend as observers, to help ensure transparency and build international confidence. The Speaker reiterated his hope that the House would garner both domestic and international support in advancing the electoral process and establishing a new government. He stressed that both the House of Representatives and the High Council of State are committed to holding elections and responding to the will of the Libyan people. According to Saleh, all 12 candidates had received endorsements from over 100 members of the House and a similar number from the State Council — a claim that aligns with reports of coordinated efforts between the two bodies to facilitate political transition. Despite ongoing concerns over absenteeism, Saleh stated that proceedings were moving forward positively. 'Things are proceeding well,' he said, acknowledging that the issue of attendance remained a 'sensitive and important matter'. However, not all political actors are aligned with the process. In recent statements, incumbent Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah denounced the nomination effort as 'illusory', accusing the House of attempting to prolong the transitional period instead of facilitating elections. The UN has since announced the formation of an advisory committee to propose a roadmap out of the political deadlock, reinforcing international efforts to break the impasse. The House's deliberations come at a time of increasing pressure, both locally and internationally, to unify Libya's fragmented institutions and lay the groundwork for long-delayed national elections.
Egypt Today
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt's General Intelligence head, Libyan House Speaker emphasize depth of relations between two countries
CAIRO – 22 May 2025: Head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service, Major General Hassan Rashad, met with Counselor Aguila Saleh, Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives, on Thursday. During the meeting, Head of the General Intelligence Service affirmed Egypt's support for a Libyan-Libyan consensual solution and the reduction of foreign interference, in a manner that fulfills the aspirations of the Libyan people. For his part, Counselor Aguila Saleh, Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives, emphasized the depth of Egyptian-Libyan relations and the historical ties between the two brotherly countries. He emphasized Egypt's role in resolving the Libyan crisis and its commitment to achieving stability and converging views between the Libyan parties. Saleh expressed the Libyan people's aspirations to advance the political process, contributing to the stability of the situation in Libya. The Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives praised Egypt's achievements in the field of infrastructure and numerous mega-projects, emphasizing the need for cooperation between the two countries in development sectors.
Asharq Al-Awsat
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Libya's Presidential Council, Parliament Clash Over Naming New Prime Minister
A new political rift emerged in Libya on Wednesday as the Presidential Council and the House of Representatives publicly disagreed over who has the constitutional authority to appoint a new prime minister. The dispute comes as interim Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah seeks to solidify his support by rallying backing from local municipalities, while international stakeholders welcomed the latest proposals from the UN mission aimed at resolving the country's stalled electoral process. Mohamed al-Menfi, head of the Presidential Council, welcomed Egypt's call for renewed dialogue among Libyan political institutions to pave the way for national elections. In a statement posted on X, al-Menfi insisted that, under the 2018 constitutional amendment endorsed by the UN and incorporated into Libya's Political Agreement, the Presidential Council holds the authority to name the prime minister until a president is elected by popular vote. In response, Speaker of Parliament Aguila Saleh called for a formal session to be held in Benghazi next Monday, where lawmakers will hear proposals from candidates vying for the premiership. According to parliament spokesman Abdullah Bliheg, the decision followed a session discussing the situation in Tripoli, demands from demonstrators, and the formation of a unified government. The House also resolved to notify the United Nations mission and foreign diplomats of its decisions regarding the government formation. It reviewed reports from the public prosecutor concerning the eligibility of the prime ministerial candidates and called on the Government of Stability, led by Osama Hammad, to allocate emergency funds for municipalities affected by recent unrest in western Libya. In addition, parliament requested an investigation into the storming of the intelligence agency's headquarters in Tripoli, further highlighting instability in the capital. Meanwhile, Russian Ambassador Aydar Aganin met with UN Special Representative Hanna Tetteh to discuss recent developments, including the findings of the UN mission's advisory committee. The US Embassy in Libya welcomed the committee's published recommendations, calling them a chance for Libyans to engage in meaningful dialogue and reignite momentum toward a unified, peaceful, and democratic future. Similarly, the European Union and its member states praised the release of the committee's executive summary and urged all parties to de-escalate, protect civilians, and participate in the UN-led process aimed at restoring political stability.
Libya Observer
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
26 pro-Haftar MPs reject forming new government by "single party"
26 members of the House of Representatives known for their affiliation to Khalifa Haftar warned against any attempt to change the parallel government or form a new one by 'a single party,' whether 'the House of Representatives alone or in partnership with a faction of the divided High Council of State,' stating that such a move is politically and nationally illegitimate. In a statement issued Monday, ahead of a House of Representatives session in which Speaker Aguila Saleh proposed the formation of a third government, the MPs said that dismissing the government mandated by the House without broad political consensus—and amid the complete paralysis of the High Council of State—constitutes a clear violation of the Libyan Political Agreement, which explicitly requires partnership between the House and the Council in making sovereign decisions, especially the matter of changing the government. 'What is being planned today is merely an attempt to repeat a previous experience that yielded no positive results in unifying the executive authority. On the contrary, experience has shown that unilateral changes have failed to establish a stable political reality across the country.' They said. They added: 'Forming a new government at this time, outside the framework of national consensus, may disrupt the development and reconstruction plans already underway in many cities and regions across the country, threatening to halt ongoing projects and undermine efforts aimed at stabilizing services and improving infrastructure.' They also said: The MPs from the Cyrenaica region affirm, stemming from their historical and national responsibilities toward the entire country, their outright rejection of any attempt to form a new government in the absence of a comprehensive political settlement based on clear and legitimate foundations, with the participation of all relevant parties, in accordance with constitutional legitimacy and the spirit of the Libyan Political Agreement. Tags: House of Representatives
See - Sada Elbalad
23-02-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Libya's Parliament Speaker: Egypt Rejects Foreign Interference in Libya
H-Tayea Libyan Parliament Speaker Aguila Saleh reaffirmed Egypt's strong stance against foreign interference in Libya's internal affairs. Speaking from Cairo, he praised Egypt's diplomatic efforts in resolving the Gaza crisis and working toward a ceasefire. Saleh emphasized that Egypt has always stood by the Libyan people and continues to play a vital role in stabilizing Libya. He stressed that Cairo remains committed to supporting Libya's sovereignty and political process, opposing any external attempts to influence the country's internal affairs. On Sunday, Cairo hosted a consultative meeting attended by 96 members of the Libyan House of Representatives and 75 members of the High Council of State. The discussions focused on ways to advance Libya's political process and end institutional divisions. Participants expressed their gratitude to Egypt for facilitating the talks and supporting a Libyan-led solution. The final statement emphasized that Libya's political process must remain fully Libyan-owned through its official institutions. It called for continued engagement between the two legislative bodies and the implementation of the outcomes of the Tripartite Cairo Meeting held under the Arab League's supervision on March 10, 2024. A key point in the discussions was the restructuring of the executive authority to align with the ongoing political transition. The statement also underlined the importance of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) but insisted that its role must remain within its original mandate—supporting Libyan institutions in line with the political agreement governing the country's transition.
