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Libya Observer
2 days ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Orlando discusses latest political and security developments in Libya with Tetteh
The Head of the European Union Delegation to Libya, Nicola Orlando, met with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Hanna Tetteh, to discuss the latest political and security developments in Libya. According to a post by Orlando on his account on the platform 'X' today, both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to preserving Libya's stability and unity by advancing a comprehensive political process based on the progress achieved in the recent municipal elections, which they considered a model for potential political advancement. Orlando reiterated the EU's full support for the UN mission's efforts and the work of the advisory committee, stressing that the current phase is 'critical and requires all Libyan and international stakeholders to prioritize the national interest.' The two officials emphasized the need to agree on a credible roadmap that restores institutional legitimacy and paves the way for inclusive national elections that would contribute to establishing political stability in the country. They also stressed the importance of maintaining the momentum of international coordination following the Berlin meeting, as it reinforces Libyan–international consensus on the way forward. Both sides agreed that sustainable economic solutions are a cornerstone of stability, highlighting the need to address the root causes of the economic crisis through fair and transparent distribution of national wealth and strengthening financial oversight in a way that ensures justice and lasting stability in Libya. Tags: Nicola Orlando Hanna Tetteh
Libya Observer
6 days ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
UNSMIL: Western region movement submitted proposals to shape consensus-based roadmap
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) said that representatives of the Western Region Movement submitted proposals aimed at shaping a consensus-based roadmap during a meeting with UN envoy Hanna Tetteh and her Deputy for Political Affairs, Stephanie Koury. The mission added that Tetteh and Koury received, on Monday, 15 members of the Western Region Movement, including the mayors of Ain Zara, Al-Jumail, Al-Manshiya, Souq Al-Jumua, Sorman, Central Al-Zawiya, and Zuwara. The meeting aimed to hear their views on the work of the advisory committee and the best ways to break the political deadlock. The movement emphasized the urgent need to 'unify military and security institutions under the leadership of a single Libyan government that exercises effective control over all Libyan territory.' Participants also voiced concern over the spread of weapons and rising military tensions, stressing the risks posed to civilian lives. One of the leaders, representing 143 local officials (mokhtars) from 11 municipalities in the western region, conveyed the community's firm desire for peace and called on all concerned parties to engage in dialogue to resolve the conflict. Tetteh reaffirmed the UN mission's commitment to continue supporting de-escalation efforts to prevent the outbreak of violence and to work on developing a consensus-based roadmap toward holding elections and unifying institutions. She is expected to present the roadmap to the UN Security Council during her upcoming briefing in August. Tags: UNSMIL libyan crisis
Libya Review
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
UNSMIL Launches Nationwide Survey to Shape Libya's Electoral Roadmap
On Monday, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) launched a nationwide public consultation effort aimed at involving Libyans in shaping the country's future political roadmap. More than 10,000 Libyans have already participated in the digital public opinion survey, designed to collect views on how to move the country toward credible national elections and lasting political stability. The initiative, part of UNSMIL's broader effort to ensure an inclusive and Libyan-led political process, invites citizens from all parts of the country to contribute their opinions before the survey closes. It focuses on four key proposals developed by an advisory committee, while also exploring essential issues such as conditions for a peaceful transfer of power, mechanisms for political continuity, and public trust in the process. Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in Libya, Hanna Tetteh, emphasized that broad public engagement is essential for legitimacy. 'We want to listen to Libyans from all communities and all regions,' she said. 'A truly inclusive process is the only path to national unity and elections.' UNSMIL is placing special emphasis on ensuring that women, cultural minorities, and people with disabilities are actively included. It also issued a direct call for residents of southern and eastern Libya to join the consultation, noting their voices are critical to achieving a representative outcome. In addition to the online platform, UNSMIL is conducting two additional telephone-based surveys through a professional polling firm. This dual approach aims to widen participation beyond those with internet access and ensure the input reflects a broad cross-section of Libyan society. Libya's electoral process has faced repeated delays due to institutional fragmentation, competing governments, and a lack of legal consensus. Tags: Election RoadmaplibyaNationwide Surveyunsmil
Libya Observer
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Dbeibah discusses political process with UN and German officials
Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibeh met on Sunday with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative to Libya, Hanna Tetteh, her deputy Stephanie Koury, and German Ambassador to Libya, Ralf Schröer, to discuss cooperation between the Libyan government and the United Nations, as well as ways to advance the country's political process. According to a statement by the Prime Minister's media office, Tetteh welcomed the recent release of several detainees who had been held for years without legal proceedings, describing the move as a positive step toward justice and national reconciliation. Ambassador Schröer briefed the attendees on the outcomes of the latest Berlin follow-up committee meeting on Libya, held in June. For his part, PM Dbeibeh reaffirmed his government's commitment to cooperating with the UN mission and supporting its efforts to achieve a comprehensive settlement. He also stressed the importance of holding elections based on a constitutional framework agreed upon by Libyans. The Prime Minister reiterated that the Government of National Unity remains focused on its national strategy to bring all institutions under the rule of law and restore the state's authority and unified decision-making. Tags: PM Dbeibah UNSMIL
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) public poll hits 10,000 responses — add your voice!
More than ten thousand people have completed UNSMIL's online public poll, submitting their views on the best way to approach the political process to take Libya to elections. The Mission encourages all Libyans to put their voices forward before the poll closes. The poll seeks feedback on the Advisory Committee's four proposed plans to take Libya to elections, preconditions for a successful power transfer, and ways to guarantee progress – among other things. The data collected, along with the outcomes of in-person consultations across the country, will be used to inform the development of the roadmap for the next step of the political process. 'Public participation is crucial to ensuring a Libyan-led, Libyan-owned political process,' said Special Representative of the Secretary-General Hanna Tetteh. 'We want Libyans from all walks of life, across the country to share their opinions and ideas. We are listening.' In particular, the Mission would like to hear from more women, cultural components, and people with disabilities. Libyans from the south and east are especially urged to join the conversation. In addition to online polling, the Mission will also be undertaking two telephone surveys, delivered through third parties, to ensure that as many people as possible are included in the process. Among those who have responded to the poll so far, the largest share indicated that they see unifying state institutions and eliminating political division as the most urgent issues to address, followed by security sector reform. When asked how the political division affects their life, respondents indicated their top two concerns were the security situation and a lack of rule of law and accountability for human rights violations. 'There is no proper education or healthcare, and every day there is a shortage of services – especially in areas where no party has clear influence,' wrote a student from Tripoli. 'Every area is ruled by a group or militia, and we don't know anyone we can turn to in times of hardship. Fear is constant. Prices are skyrocketing and people's money is blocked in the banks. Unemployment has reached dangerous levels. Then, there is no real justice or accountability.' In addition to voting on their favourite of the Advisory Committee's four proposed roadmaps, more than 3,000 people submitted written ideas to strengthen the political process. Some commonly raised suggestions included: forming a new transitional government to oversee elections with a binding timetable and guaranteeing the people's right to participate in elections. 'We should let people decide which kind of country they want to have,' one woman from Zwara wrote. 'This can only be done by removing all current characters from the field.' A university professor from Wadi Ashshati argued that the Advisory Committee's first option, which entails conducting simultaneous presidential and legislative elections, was the only option that 'represents the voice of all components of Libyan society without exception' and 'fully renews legitimacy by eliminating current bodies that have proven their failure.' 'This is the true path if the United Nations is serious about supporting Libyans to achieve stability and prosperity,' he wrote. In support of Option 2, which proposes holding legislative elections first, followed by adopting a permanent constitution, and then holding presidential elections, a woman from Benghazi wrote: 'I do not want the current bodies. I want parliamentary elections for a new national assembly with two chambers so that the House of Representatives does not monopolize power.' "I believe a permanent constitution will pave the way for fair and free, democratic elections,' wrote an Al Kufra man, voicing support for Option 3, which calls for the adoption of a permanent constitution prior to any elections. This is critical, a Tripoli man wrote, because "the constitution will decide whether the governmental system is a presidential, monarchy or parliamentary system." Another man from Tripoli voted for the Advisory Committee's fourth option, which proposed a political dialogue forum be launched to establish new transitional arrangements for elections in line with Article 64 of the Libyan Political Agreement, because, he wrote, 'of the difficulty of holding elections and unifying the military and security establishment, and the fear that the results will not be accepted by the parties that possess weapons.' Appointing a constituent assembly, he wrote, would help to 'enforce election results.' Asked about their priority for a political roadmap, respondents were equally divided among the importance of political feasibility, avoiding the extension of transitional periods, and establishing the fastest road to elections. One respondent from Azzawya underlined the need to 'restore trust between the people and the state.' 'All parties must be compelled to make concessions for the sake of the country,' wrote a respondent from Ghiryan. Results are preliminary. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL).
