Prime Minister Robert Abela has called on Mediterranean leaders not to forget their “moral imperative to advocate for a two-state solution” with regards to the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Abela was speaking at a Med9 summit in Cyprus, where he reiterated Malta's call for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza. On the Mediterranean’s specific challenges, Abela welcomed the creation of an EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean, stating that this shows EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s recognition of the region’s realities. Abela emphasised that Libya must be an integral part of these efforts, stating that Libya is a key partner in tackling migration challenges. He stressed that there can be no solution to Europe’s migration challenges without addressing the Mediterranean challenges.

Source: Libya Today October 11, 2024 18:35 UTC