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October 14, 2025 Peace and security
Libyan political institutions continue to stall in implementing key stages of the roadmap developed with the assistance of the UN Mission in Libya. This was stated by the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Libya, Hannah Tetteh, speaking at a Security Council meeting on Tuesday.
"Libya cannot afford further delays," Tetteh emphasized, calling on the House of Representatives and the Supreme Council of State to engage constructively. She stated that the lack of agreement on the composition of the Electoral Commission and the legal framework for the elections jeopardizes the entire process of democratic renewal.
Amid political discord, the security situation in the country remains fragile, Tetteh said. She emphasized that sustainable peace depends on security sector reform, which the UN mission is currently discussing with Libya's Presidential Council. "We urgently need to move forward," she declared.
Local elections demonstrate citizens' desire for democratic participation. Voting took place in seven municipalities in Zawiya in August, and elections are expected to resume in another sixteen districts in the coming days.
Meanwhile, economic governance in the country remains woefully ineffective. The Central Bank of Libya discovered 6.5 billion dinars (approximately $1.2 billion) in unaccounted banknotes, not officially registered. The total amount of illicit funds uncovered this year has reached 10 billion dinars. Tetteh called the situation "deeply alarming" and welcomed the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategic Plan, emphasizing that its success depends on political will.
Tetteh placed particular emphasis on national reconciliation in her report. The UN continues to work with victims of enforced disappearances and mass graves. A draft law on missing persons, which must comply with international standards, is being developed.
In conclusion, Tetteh emphasized that if the Mission's current efforts fail to achieve consensus among the main political institutions, it will be forced to propose an alternative approach and seek support from the Security Council. "The Libyan people deserve stability, peace, and respect for human rights," she concluded.
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