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Libya Review
3 days ago
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Libyan Court Annuls Dbaiba's Appointment of New Judicial Police Chief
A Libyan appeals court in Tripoli has officially overturned Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbaiba's controversial decision to appoint Ali Shtiwi, Deputy Minister of Justice, as the new head of the Judicial Police. The court ruling effectively restores Sabri Hadiyah to his position and nullifies all decisions and actions taken by Shtiwi during his short-lived tenure. The ruling, issued on Monday and shared via official platforms of the Judicial Police, was welcomed by the institution as a reaffirmation of legal order and internal stability. In a statement, the Judicial Police emphasized that this decision not only reinstates Hadiyah but also invalidates all administrative, disciplinary, or operational changes made under Shtiwi's leadership, which it described as lacking legal foundation. Dbaiba had dismissed Hadiyah in June and appointed Shtiwi as a replacement, arguing that the change was necessary to advance reforms within the security and justice sectors. However, the move triggered a wave of internal objections. Many within the Judicial Police expressed concern that the dismissal was politically motivated and carried out without proper legal or professional justification. Officers and administrative staff released a series of statements rejecting Shtiwi's appointment, stressing the need to protect the Judicial Police from becoming a tool in regional or political rivalries. Their calls for institutional neutrality gained traction, especially as Libya's security apparatus remains fragile and fragmented in the current political climate. Despite the widespread criticism, Prime Minister Dbaiba publicly defended the reshuffle just one day before the court's decision. In a press appearance, he reaffirmed his commitment to a broader 'national project' aimed at restructuring state institutions and shielding them from what he described as militia influence. He claimed the Judicial Police needed urgent reform to function independently and lawfully. However, the court's ruling casts doubt on the legal and procedural basis of Dbaiba's intervention, raising questions about executive overreach and the balance of power between the government and judicial institutions. It also reinforces the role of the judiciary in safeguarding due process and institutional legitimacy amid Libya's ongoing political uncertainty. Tags: Abdulhamid DbaibaCourtlibyaPolicePrime Minister
Libya Review
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libya Faces New Crisis as Rival Forces Mobilize in Tripoli
Significant military reinforcements have arrived in Tripoli amid rising tensions and concerns over a possible armed clash in the Libyan capital. According to media reports, Major General Ali Kanna, the commander of the Southern Military Zone under Libya's Presidential Council, has arrived in Tripoli with approximately 1,000 fighters from Tuareg forces mobilized from the southern city of Ubari. These forces are believed to have been deployed as part of the preparations by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbaiba's government for a potential military confrontation with the Special Deterrence Force, also known as the Radaa Force, led by Abdelraouf Kara. According to local reports, Dbaiba's government is facing a shortage of loyal fighters, as several armed factions, particularly those based in Zawiya, have refused to join the anticipated conflict or have maintained their support for the powerful Radaa Force. The same sources report that Dbaiba's government is urgently recruiting additional fighters from across Libya and may even consider bringing in foreign mercenaries to strengthen its position and attempt to quickly secure victory if hostilities break out. The Radaa Force is widely recognized as one of the most powerful armed groups in Tripoli. It operates with significant autonomy, despite its formal affiliation with state security institutions. The force controls several key facilities in the capital and is closely associated with the Salafi-Madkhali ideology, making it a major political and military player in Libya's fragmented security landscape. The deployment of southern forces to Tripoli has triggered growing fears of an imminent armed confrontation that could plunge the city back into violent conflict. Analysts warn that a clash between Dbaiba's government and the Radaa Force could destabilize Tripoli and exacerbate Libya's broader political crisis. No official comments have been made by either Dbaiba's government or the Radaa Force regarding these military movements. However, the situation in Tripoli remains highly volatile, with observers closely monitoring the developments. Tags: Abdulhamid DbaibaArmed Clasheslibyatripoli
Libya Review
16-06-2025
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- Libya Review
Libya's State Council Demands New Government Amid Growing Unrest
The head of Libya's High Council of State, Khaled Al-Mishri, announced that the council no longer recognizes the legitimacy of the Government of National Unity, led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbaiba. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Al-Mishri pointed to the resignation of half of the cabinet ministers as a critical turning point that strips the government of its political standing. He stated that political tradition calls for a prime minister to resign if even two ministers step down. 'Now that half of the government has walked away, the question is no longer about legitimacy. It's about responsibility,' Al-Mishri said. He called on Dbaiba to respect the shifting political reality and step aside to allow for the formation of a unified national government. Al-Mishri confirmed that the High Council of State has reached an understanding with the House of Representatives to resolve the ongoing division in Libya's executive authority. Both bodies, he said, agree on the urgent need to form a single, inclusive government that can guide the country toward elections and long-term stability. Addressing the growing protest movement, Al-Mishri said the demonstrators are demanding what Libyans have waited years for: a single government and national elections. He affirmed that the legislative groundwork for holding those elections has already been completed and warned against any efforts to suppress the peaceful movement. He voiced strong opposition to any attempts to intimidate or silence protest leaders and said the people have every right to continue demonstrating peacefully until their demands are fulfilled. Al-Mishri also blamed the Dbaiba administration for the public outrage, citing its failure to handle security issues, which has led to widespread instability. He described the protests as a legitimate response to mismanagement and urged respect for the right to peaceful assembly as an essential part of democratic life. Tags: High Council of StatelibyaLibyan GovernmentProteststripoli
Libya Review
14-06-2025
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- Libya Review
How Long Can Dbaiba Hold On as Libya Protests Intensify?
Thousands of Libyans took to the streets of Tripoli on Friday evening in one of the largest protest waves the capital has seen in recent months, calling for the immediate resignation of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba and the formation of a unified transitional government. Demonstrators gathered in Algeria Square and spread across key neighborhoods, echoing growing frustration with the government's failure to lead the country out of crisis. The protesters voiced deep discontent over deteriorating living conditions, corruption, and the prolonged delay of national elections. Many carried banners demanding political reform, economic accountability, and an end to what they described as a government unable to manage Libya's transition or deliver basic public services. The demonstrations were not limited to Tripoli. Large groups of protesters arrived from neighboring western cities, including Zawiya, Sabratha, and Ajilat, showing a regional swell of public anger. Protesters chanted slogans denouncing Dbaiba's leadership and called for the immediate implementation of long-delayed presidential and parliamentary elections. Critics accuse Dbaiba of clinging to power beyond his interim mandate and using political maneuvering to delay elections initially scheduled for December 2021. The lack of a unified national roadmap, continued political infighting, and the persistent influence of armed groups have fueled public outrage. Protesters vowed to continue mobilizing until their demands for a new, inclusive political leadership are met. Activists stressed that only a government committed to transparency, fair elections, and national reconciliation can restore stability and pave the way for Libya's future. Tags: Abdul Hamid DbaibalibyaPrime MinisterProteststripoli
Libya Review
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Anti-Dbaiba Protest Planned in Libyan Capital
A protest movement from the Souq Al Jumaa district has called for a mass demonstration in Tripoli's Martyrs' Square this coming Friday. The event, scheduled for 6:00 pm, is being held under the slogan 'Friday of Return to Overthrow the Government,' in reference to the Government of National Unity led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbaiba. In a strongly worded statement, the group accused the government of allowing criminal networks to take over state institutions. 'Enough silence! Enough humiliation and rule by gangs! Enough theft and injustice under the name of the state,' the statement declared. The organisers said their movement is peaceful and motivated by frustration with the state of the country. They condemned what they described as 'militia rule,' widespread corruption, and the Dbaiba family's alleged exploitation of the country's resources. 'They sell our country and trade in the blood of our sons,' the statement read. The protest is being framed as a popular response to years of violence, economic decline, and lawlessness. 'We are tired of war, injustice, chaos, and daylight robbery,' the organisers said. 'We protest because the nation is dying, and the government is laughing.' The statement also took aim at all political factions, calling for an end to the influence of armed groups and what they see as a failure of governance in Tripoli. 'This country belongs to the people, not to a ruling family,' the group added. 'No to Dbaiba, no to all political bodies, no to government corruption and its militias. We are fed up with war,' it added. The upcoming demonstration highlights growing popular discontent amid worsening living conditions, ongoing insecurity, and lack of political progress in Libya. Tags: Abdel-Hamid DbaibaDemonstrationslibyaProteststripoli
