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Libya Observer
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Libyan political parties call for inclusive political process
Representatives of several Libyan political parties have expressed a shared and urgent desire to establish an inclusive political process that would lead to national elections and the formation of a unified government. This came during a meeting hosted on Saturday by the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Hanaa Tetteh, with representatives from a number of Libyan political coalitions and parties at the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) office in Tripoli. According to a post on the Mission's official Facebook page, the discussions focused on the current political and security situation, particularly the recent events in Tripoli. Tetteh reiterated that the Mission's priority is to prevent further violence, while also affirming the right of the Libyan people to protest and stressing the need to ensure the safety of demonstrators. The UN envoy emphasized the importance of advancing a comprehensive political process, grounded in the options recommended by the Advisory Committee and the ongoing consultations with various stakeholders, including the general public. Tetteh is conducting a series of community meetings across the country as part of her wide-ranging consultations on the executive summary of the Advisory Committee's report, which was released by UNSMIL last Tuesday. Tags: political parties Hanna Tetteh
Libya Observer
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Tetteh pledges continued support for Libyan elections plan in Qatar meeting
The UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Libya, Hana Tetteh, has reiterated the organisation's commitment to supporting a roadmap for national elections and a unified government in Libya. Speaking during a meeting in Doha on Sunday with Qatar's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, Tetteh stressed the importance of inclusive consultations with all segments of the Libyan population. According to a statement posted by the UN mission on social media, the talks focused on the latest political developments in Libya and ways to push the peace process forward. Both sides highlighted the need for peace, stability, and security across Libya as essential conditions for political progress. Tetteh also updated the Qatari official on the recent findings of the UN advisory committee on Libya. She concluded the meeting by thanking Qatar for its ongoing support for the UN's efforts in the country. Tags: UNSMIL
Libya Observer
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
UNSMIL holds several meetings in Misrata
The Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Tetteh, held several meetings with officials from Misrata during a visit to the city on Thursday. According to a statement from the UN mission, the visit is part of a series of community meetings that will be held across the country as part of broad consultations on the executive summary of the Advisory Committee's report. During a meeting with the Misrata Municipal Council, members of the House of Representatives, the High Council of State, civil society representatives, youth groups, and the Commander of the Central Military Zone, Mohammed Musa, Tetteh discussed the options proposed by the Advisory Committee. Participants exchanged views on the committee's recommendations, stressing the importance of learning from past experiences, including safeguards to ensure the implementation of any political agreement, and calling for support from the UN Security Council. Attendees also expressed their deep frustration and concern over the current situation in the country, citing the recent clashes in Tripoli, the continued division of state institutions, widespread corruption, the proliferation of weapons, the indefinite postponement of national elections, and the lack of progress toward lasting stability. In a separate meeting, Tetteh discussed with a group of youth the challenges they face in participating in decision-making at both local and national levels, including in political affairs. She reaffirmed the UN mission's commitment to consulting with Libyans on a roadmap that leads to national elections and the formation of a unified government. Tetteh also praised the positive role played by the elders and dignitaries of Misrata in de-escalating tensions during the recent events in Tripoli and reiterated the mission's support for efforts to reinforce the ceasefire.
Libya Observer
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Tetteh briefs Presidential Council on Advisory Committee's outcomes
The Head of the Presidential Council, Mohammed Menfi, and his deputies, Mossa Al-Koni and Abdullah Al-Lafi, held separate meetings on Sunday with the UN Special Representative, Hanna Tetteh, to discuss developments in the Libyan file and the outcomes and recommendations of the UN Mission's Advisory Committee, during which Tetteh handed over a copy of these outcomes to the Presidential Council. In a statement, the UN Mission said that Tetteh briefed Menfi on the committee's work, which was tasked with presenting proposals and options to resolve contentious issues related to the elections. Tetteh emphasized that the Advisory Committee's report, with its recommendations and options, would serve as a basis for dialogue with all relevant parties on a consensual roadmap leading to elections. She called on Menfi's team to submit their feedback and expressed her intention to consult with the widest possible cross-section of Libyan society. The statement added that the discussions also stressed the critical importance of addressing human rights violations, including cases of enforced disappearance. Tetteh, accompanied by her deputy Stephanie Koury, also held separate meetings with Presidential Council members Al-Lafi and Al-Koni, during which political and security developments and other related issues in Libya were discussed, according to the UN statement. "The Special Representative briefed both officials on the outcomes of the Advisory Committee's work and presented an overview of the anticipated next steps, emphasizing the importance of constructive engagement by all Libyan parties in the upcoming phase. Tetteh also invited Al-Lafi and Al-Koni to share their views and assessments of the committee's recommendations.'
Libya Observer
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Tetteh to Dabaiba: Advisory Committee proposals are non-binding
UN Special Representative and Head of UNSMIL, Hanna Tetteh, informed Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah that the proposals put forward by the advisory committee formed by the mission to address political process deadlocks are 'not binding.' During a meeting held at the Prime Minister's Office in Tripoli on Sunday, Tetteh briefed Dbeibah on the outcomes of the committee's work, according to a statement posted by the government platform 'Hakomitna' on Facebook. Tetteh stressed that the proposals are not mandatory but rather serve as a foundation to build upon, alongside other suggestions that may be considered. She expressed hope to receive the government's feedback on the briefing, with the aim of incorporating it into a more comprehensive vision for a solution. Dbeibah reiterated that the only real solution lies in moving directly to elections, describing them as the sole path to ending transitional phases and enabling the people to choose their representatives. He particularly cited recent developments that, he said, have undermined the credibility of certain political bodies and exposed their subjection to coercion and illegitimate pressures—an apparent reference to the case of MP Ibrahim Al-Dressi. UNSMIL announced last Tuesday that it would soon begin consultations with Libyan stakeholders regarding the advisory committee's outcomes. In a statement, UNSMIL said it received the committee's final report on Monday, which included recommendations and options to address contentious issues within Libya's current electoral framework. It noted that it would review and evaluate the committee's recommendations and initiate consultations with all concerned parties and the wider Libyan public in the coming days. Tags: Hanna Tetteh Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah Advisory Committee
