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Libya Observer
2 days ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
EU condemns truce violations in Tripoli over Eid holiday
The European Union delegation and the diplomatic missions of EU member states in Libya have condemned recent violations of the ceasefire in Tripoli during the Eid al-Adha holiday. In a joint statement issued on Tuesday, the EU and its member states called on all parties to respect their ceasefire commitments and ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure from further harm. 'The renewed violence highlights the urgent need to revive a credible and inclusive political process,' the statement said, urging UN-facilitated efforts to resolve divisions and restore the legitimacy of Libya's national institutions through comprehensive and credible national elections. The EU also warned against unilateral actions that could jeopardize recent progress, calling instead for dialogue and consensus among Libyan stakeholders. The statement reaffirmed the EU's commitment to holding accountable those responsible for actions that threaten peace, endanger civilians, or undermine national institutions and the political process. 'The EU and its member states remain firmly committed to supporting Libya and the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) in advancing a transparent, inclusive political path led and owned by Libyans,' the statement concluded. Tags: Tripoli ceasefire EU
Libya Review
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
UN Dismisses Rumours of Libya Talks in Tunisia
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has denied reports that it is organising or hosting a political dialogue between Libyan factions in Tunis on 28–29 May. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, UNSMIL said, 'Contrary to recent media reports, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya is not organising or hosting any dialogue between Libyan parties in Tunis on 28 and 29 May.' The clarification comes as the UN mission released a detailed report outlining the proposals of its advisory committee, aimed at resolving key disputes blocking progress toward national elections. The committee, composed of 20 Libyan experts in legal, constitutional, and electoral affairs, held over 20 meetings in both Tripoli and Benghazi across three months. The report presents four potential pathways to end Libya's prolonged transitional period and pave the way for elections. The first option proposes holding presidential and parliamentary elections simultaneously. The second suggests parliamentary elections first, followed by the adoption of a permanent constitution. The third path prioritises adopting a permanent constitution before any elections. The fourth option involves forming a political dialogue committee under the Libyan Political Agreement to finalise electoral laws, executive authority arrangements, and a permanent constitution. International support swiftly followed the release. The United States, United Kingdom, France, Italy, and the European Union delegation to Libya welcomed the initiative, describing the advisory committee's proposals as a timely opportunity for Libyans to re-engage in dialogue and revive momentum toward a peaceful, unified, and democratic future. The EU and its member states' embassies hailed the proposals as a 'significant achievement' in Libya's UN-facilitated political process, calling on stakeholders to constructively engage with the advisory committee's recommendations. Tags: libyaLibyan CrisisTunisiaunsmil
Libya Review
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libya's Advisory Committee Submits Final Electoral Report to UN Mission
On Tuesday, the Advisory Committee, established as part of the UN-facilitated political process in Libya, officially concluded its work and submitted its final report to the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL). The report outlines a series of well-considered options and recommendations to resolve key disputes surrounding Libya's current electoral framework. UNSMIL expressed deep appreciation for the committee's efforts, commending the professionalism and dedication of its members. According to the Mission, the committee demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing a political settlement that reflects the aspirations of the Libyan people. The work is viewed as an essential step in paving the way toward national elections and a unified institutional structure. The Mission confirmed that it will now review and assess the committee's proposals. This will be followed by consultations with a wide range of Libyan actors to explore possible consensus-based outcomes. The aim is to develop a realistic and inclusive roadmap that can lead to a national electoral process and the reunification of key state institutions. To uphold transparency, UNSMIL announced that it plans to publish the executive summary of the report in the near future. The Mission reaffirmed its support for a Libyan-led political path and stressed that all future steps will be guided by inclusivity, coordination, and international cooperation. The Advisory Committee was formed under UN Security Council Resolution 2755 (2024) and includes 20 Libyan experts in law, constitutional affairs, and elections. Significantly, 35% of the committee's members are women. The Mission emphasized its intention to continue engaging with these experts during the next stages of the political process. UNSMIL concluded by reaffirming its full commitment to accompanying the Libyan people as they work toward stability, peace, and unity, in collaboration with domestic actors and the international community.
Zawya
13-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) Hanna Tetteh engages with key regional and international partners on Libya at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
At the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of UNSMIL, Hanna Tetteh, held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with key partners and regional stakeholders committed to supporting the Libyan-led political process. In meetings with the Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Algeria, and Tunisia to revitalize the mechanism to facilitate engagement between the neighbouring states most affected by developments in Libya. SRSG Tetteh reaffirmed the UN's commitment to facilitating an inclusive Libyan political process, grounded in national ownership and unity. The Egyptian Foreign Minister, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, emphasized Libya's strategic importance to Egypt's national security and reiterated his country's support for UN-facilitated efforts to resolve the crisis through a Libyan-led and -owned solution without foreign interference. Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti of Tunisia stressed that any discussions on Libya should take place under the UN. auspices. The SRSG also met today with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Burhanettin Duran, and the Director General for North and East Africa, Ambassador Ali Onaner, of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye, and discussed the importance of supporting Libya in establishing a unified budget and state institutions. During the Forum, SRSG Tetteh also met with representatives of NATO. She held a constructive discussion with the Special Representative for the Southern Neighbourhood Mr. Javier Colomina, on security developments in Libya. The conversation explored opportunities for further engagement with a view to reinforcing the initial working relationship between NATO and UNSMIL. Separately, SRSG Tetteh met yesterday with ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan, who provided a briefing on their ongoing investigation in Libya, a vital pillar of support for accountability and justice. SRSG Tetteh underlined that, to ensure a successful, Libyan-owned and Libyan-led political process, it is vital to secure the support of major international and regional actors committed to the country's peace, stability, and democratic governance. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL).
