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Libyan Express
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Libyan Express
Libyan MP demands probe into Al-Dersi video
BY Libyan Express May 10, 2025 - 14:07 Updated: May 10, 2025 - 14:08 MP Khalifa Al-Daghari A member of the Libyan Parliament has strongly condemned what he describes as 'humiliating' images circulating of fellow lawmaker Ibrahim Al-Dersi, calling for a thorough investigation into the matter. MP Khalifa Al-Daghari stated during a tribal gathering on Friday that the widely shared footage represents 'humiliation and insult' to Parliament, the Al-Dersi tribe, and the lawmaker's family. He criticised authorities handling the case as 'cowardly and incapable' of revealing the truth about the situation. 'I have discussed this serious matter directly with Parliament Speaker Aguila Saleh,' Al-Daghari said, urging both civilian and military authorities, including prosecutors, to launch a comprehensive investigation. The parliamentarian warned that if Libyan authorities fail to uncover the facts surrounding the case, 'resorting to international courts becomes an option' as they would be 'capable of uncovering the truth and the circumstances of the case.' Prime Minister Osama Hammad of the Parliamentary Government previously met with tribal leaders and elders from the Al-Dersi tribe, assuring them that investigations into the lawmaker's alleged kidnapping are proceeding 'with utmost seriousness,' particularly following the circulation of video clips allegedly featuring Al-Dersi. According to the Prime Minister, security services are working to verify the authenticity of the videos and determine their source. Hammad pledged that ongoing measures would 'strengthen investigations, identify perpetrators, bring them to justice, and prevent them from escaping punishment.' The report does not specify the nature of the controversial footage or when Al-Dersi was allegedly kidnapped. The views expressed in Op-Ed pieces are those of the author and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Libyan Express. How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@ Please include 'Op-Ed' in the subject line.
Libyan Express
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Libyan Express
EU voices concern over detained Libyan MP, demands investigation
BY Libyan Express May 09, 2025 - 05:53 Updated: May 09, 2025 - 05:55 EU missions strongly condemned Libya's ongoing use of arbitrary detention The European Union (EU) and EU missions in Libya have expressed deep concern regarding leaked footage showing MP Ibrahim Al-Dersi in detention, calling for an urgent investigation into the incident and disclosure of his whereabouts. In a joint statement, EU missions strongly condemned Libya's ongoing use of arbitrary detention and emphasised the need to hold those responsible for Al-Dersi's disappearance accountable. The EU further stressed that Libyan authorities must immediately release all detainees held without trial and conduct thorough investigations, including into the case of missing MP Siham Sergiwa. Footage circulated on Monday showed Al-Dersi in degrading conditions while in custody, prompting strong reactions. The UN Support Mission in Libya reported it had requested UN digital forensics experts to verify the video's authenticity and urged Libyan authorities to conduct an independent and comprehensive investigation. The Government of National Unity condemned the video, describing the treatment of Al-Dersi as a shocking crime warranting an urgent international probe. The Presidential Council echoed this call, urging a transparent and impartial investigation under the supervision of a credible joint international-national committee to determine his fate. The views expressed in Op-Ed pieces are those of the author and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Libyan Express. How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@ Please include 'Op-Ed' in the subject line.
