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Libya Observer
a day ago
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Tetteh warns of consequences if Libyan leaders fail to address root causes of conflict
The UN envoy to Libya Hanna Tetteh warned of a worsening situation in Tripoli if political and security leaders fail to implement necessary preventive measures to address the root causes of conflict, reduce tensions, and preserve the country's security and sovereignty. In an online briefing to the African Union's Peace and Security Council from Tripoli last Thursday, Tetteh noted that the armed clashes that took place on May 12 and 13 in the capital highlighted the ongoing instability and fragility in Libya. Tetteh also addressed the African Union, urging it to 'support the Libyan people in achieving their political aspirations to end the transitional period and establish more lasting stability.' 'The primary focus now is to concentrate all efforts on conflict prevention, advancing the political process, ensuring an effective reconciliation and transitional justice process, and putting an end to the prolonged transitional phase.' Tetteh added. She also spoke about municipal elections in Libya, expressing hope that the country would proceed toward holding its national elections. She emphasized that such a step is essential for ending the extended transitional period and restoring peace, security, and stability. The UN envoy reiterated her intention to present a proposed roadmap to the UN Security Council in August, outlining practical steps to achieve the goal of holding elections as soon as possible. Tetteh concluded by stating that 'the success of a Libyan-led and Libyan-owned roadmap, facilitated by the United Nations, also requires the support of the African Union, as well as the Security Council, other international organizations, and the member states of the International Follow-up Committee, commonly referred to as the Berlin Process.'
Libya Observer
5 days ago
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- Libya Observer
UN envoy and Congo's AU representative discuss Libya reconciliation
The UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Hanna Tetteh, met with Ambassador Daniel Owassa, Congo's permanent representative to the African Union, to discuss national reconciliation efforts in Libya. The meeting took place at the start of Tetteh's official visit to Addis Ababa, as part of her consultations with AU regional partners ahead of the upcoming AU Peace and Security Council summit on Libya at the heads-of-state level. According to a statement by the UN mission, the two diplomats exchanged views on the political and security situation in Libya, highlighting reconciliation as a key step toward peace and elections. Tetteh stressed the need for regional and international coordination to prevent a return to conflict and to advance the political process. For his part, Ambassador Owassa reaffirmed Congo's commitment to supporting reconciliation in Libya. Both sides agreed that the UN and AU must continue working in a united strategic approach to help Libyans achieve lasting peace and stability. Tags: Hanna Tetteh
Libya Observer
15-07-2025
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- 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 Observer
25-06-2025
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- Libya Observer
Delegation from Libya's south to Tetteh: East-west divisions harmful to road to elections
A delegation of 28 figures from southern Libya told the UN envoy to Libya, Hanna Tetteh, that the ongoing institutional divisions between the east and west are negatively impacting the south. They expressed a strong desire to see national elections through which all Libyans can choose their leaders and establish unified national institutions. The meeting took place Monday with Tetteh and her deputy, Stephanie Koury, according to a statement published by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) on its Facebook page. The southern delegation emphasized the importance of ensuring that all cultural components have the opportunity to participate equally as citizens in the governance of the country. Tetteh, in turn, briefed the delegation on the outcomes of the Advisory Committee and the country-wide consultations led by the UN mission regarding the political process, as well as the recent meeting of the International Follow-up Committee in Berlin. She stressed the need for all Libyans to actively participate in the political process and play a role in shaping Libya's future. Participants shared their views on the committee's outcomes and voiced both their expectations for the political track and their frustration over the lack of progress in state-building efforts—whether through elections or drafting a constitution—as well as the continued marginalization of the south. The delegation included mayors, municipal council members, and representatives from political parties across municipalities such as Al-Barakat, Al-Owainat, Ubari, Jufra, Brak Al-Shati, Ghat, Murzuq, Qatrun, Sabha, and Tahala. Tags: South Libya UNSMIL Hanna Tetteh
Libya Observer
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
UN envoy to Libya briefs Security Council on fragile truce, human rights concerns, and push for elections
UN Special Representative for Libya, Hanna Tetteh, delivered a stark and comprehensive briefing to the UN Security Council on Tuesday, highlighting renewed international engagement, persistent insecurity, and mounting pressure for a political breakthrough in Libya. Tetteh announced the revival of the Berlin Process International Follow-Up Committee, which met on 20 June for the first time in four years, gathering 19 countries and 3 regional organizations. The meeting signaled a renewed global push to support a Libyan-led political roadmap toward national elections. Despite this momentum, Tetteh warned that Tripoli remains unstable, following armed clashes in May that killed civilians, damaged infrastructure, and led to mass protests. A fragile truce, brokered by UNSMIL and managed through new security committees, has helped de-escalate tensions, but risks of renewed violence persist. The presence of heavy arms in urban areas and fears of broader conflict, including the potential involvement of eastern forces, remain high. Tetteh expressed alarm over reports of mass graves and grave human rights violations in Abu Slim, allegedly involving the Stability Support Apparatus (SSA). She called for independent investigations and urgent reform of Libya's security sector, including unrestricted access to detention centers. The SRSG also addressed widespread public disillusionment with Libya's current political institutions. In consultations across the country, Libyans voiced frustration with endless transitions and demanded elections, unified institutions, and accountable governance. These consultations will inform a new time-bound roadmap, which Tetteh aims to present at her next Council briefing. On the economic front, she highlighted the 16% devaluation of the Libyan dinar and warned against unilateral spending decisions, including a controversial 69-billion-dinar development fund proposed by the eastern-based House of Representatives. She stressed the need for a unified, transparent national budget to prevent financial collapse. Tetteh concluded by calling on the Security Council to take a firm stance against spoilers of the peace process and support Libyan aspirations for credible elections and national unity, urging all actors to avoid provocation and work with the UN towards compromise. "We need cool heads, not brinkmanship,' Tetteh said. 'Libyans want elections, accountability, and one government — and they want it now.'
