The political process in Libya remains stalled by institutional delays and deep divisions, while serious security, economic, and human rights challenges persist. This was reported today to the United Nations Security Council by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of the UN Security Council Mission (UNSMIL). Two days later, the HNC declared its willingness to begin preparations for presidential and legislative elections starting in April 2026. The initiative brought together 124 Libyan figures representing state institutions, civil society, political parties, academia, and cultural and linguistic communities. Tetteh stated that she remains "deeply concerned" about violations, including violence against women, migrants, and minorities, and deaths in custody.

Source: Libya Today December 19, 2025 21:50 UTC