The attendees strongly reaffirmed their rejection for using military force, as well as resorting to any foreign military intervention, in Libya. The Arab League, AU, and UN welcomed the participation of the EU in the meeting, stressing the significance of its presence and role to solve the Libyan crisis. The four groups strongly condemned the outbreaks of violence, especially those that occurred in Al-Helal El-Nafty (Crescent Oil) district in Libya, which began on 3 March. They further expressed and confirmed their continuous support of Libya and their unified efforts and initiatives for it. The meeting also came after an invitation by Aboul-Gheit during the closing of the 147th session of the Arab League Foreign Ministers Council that took place in early March.

Source: Daily News Egypt March 19, 2017 13:52 UTC