The Presidential Council (PC) chief Mohamed Menfi has received messages of condolence from several Arab leaders following the death of the Libyan army’s Chief of General Staff, Lt Gen Mohamed al-Haddad, and his companions in a plane crash near Ankara. Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, expressed his sympathy and prayed for mercy for the victims and patience for their families. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed also conveyed “sincere condolences” to Libya’s leadership and people over what he described as a major loss. Similar messages were sent by UAE Vice President and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who voiced deep sorrow and solidarity with the Libyan people. Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El-Ghazouani offered condolences to the Libyan government, people and families of the victims, while Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said he shared Libya’s grief and prayed for the country’s safety.

Source: Libya Observer December 25, 2025 18:44 UTC