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Libya Observer
2 days ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Takala wins presidency of HCS in election session described by Al-Mishri as "illegitimate"
Mohammed Takala was elected Head of the High Council of State (HCS) after receiving 59 votes in the first round of voting during the council's session to elect its presidency, held today in the capital, Tripoli. The session convened earlier on Sunday with the attendance of 95 members—more than two-thirds of the council—who gathered to elect the council's president and two deputies. Following the vote, Takala was announced the winner with 59 votes, while Ali Al-Sweih received 13 votes, Ali Juwan received 14, and Naji Mukhtar received 8. Meanwhile, Khaled Al-Mishri, Takala's rival for the presidency of the High Council of State, rejected Sunday's session ahead of its start, describing it as an 'illegitimate election for the presidency of the High Council of State,' and insisted he remains the legitimate Head of HCS. A dispute over the council's leadership has persisted between Mohammed Takala and Khaled Al-Mishri since a controversial election session in August 2024. Despite multiple attempts by council members to mediate, the two sides failed to reach a consensus. Following the session and the announcement of Takala's victory, Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity Abdul Hamid Dbeibah congratulated Takala, reaffirming in a post on his Facebook page that the session reflected the members' commitment to unity and national will. He emphasized the government's support for all efforts that would strengthen political stability in the country. The Prime Minister called for greater understanding and coordination among institutions to meet the Libyan people's aspirations for security, development, and prosperity, and to realize their desire for direct elections and an end to all transitional phases.
Libya Observer
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Takala rejects transfer of immigrants or convicts to Libya
Mohammed Takala expressed his rejection of proposals to deport migrants or individuals convicted of crimes to Libya as part of unofficial arrangements under what is known as 'safe third country agreements.' Takala added that Libya is a sovereign state and an active member of the international community, saying it should not be dragged into or treated as a substitute ground for resolving international crises related to migration or security. He stressed that the contents of these international reports do not reflect the position of the Libyan state, noting that no authorized entity has negotiated or signed any agreements that would affect the country's sovereignty. He also stressed the High Council of State's categorical rejection of turning Libyan territory into a platform for deporting migrants or convicts from other countries, calling on the international community to respect the will of the Libyan people and support their efforts toward stability, rather than burdening them with issues beyond their responsibilities. Takala further called on all local and international parties to coordinate with Libya's legitimate institutions in any matter affecting its interests or international standing, reaffirming that the migration issue requires fair and humane solutions that uphold human dignity—not partial or selective measures. This comes after Reuters and The New York Times cited unnamed US officials saying that the administration of President Donald Trump may deport migrants by air to Libya for the first time as early as May 07, 2025.
