Qatar pledges support for efforts to end Libya’s political division
Summary
Qatar’s minister of state visited Libya and promised to support efforts to end the country’s political division. The visit included talks with a key Libyan military leader, focusing on backing a political agreement and promoting national unity. Libya faces challenges in holding elections and achieving stability due to deep political splits.Key Facts
- Qatar’s Minister of State Mohammed bin Abdulaziz al-Khulaifi visited Benghazi, Libya.
- He met Khalifa Haftar, commander of the Libyan National Army aligned with the eastern government.
- Libya is divided between the Tripoli-based government and the Haftar-backed eastern administration since 2014.
- Qatar supports Libya’s unity, sovereignty, and ongoing dialogue for political reconciliation.
- Libya recently agreed on a preliminary election pact meant to end political division within 24 months.
- The agreement involves members from both Libya’s eastern and western political bodies but faces issues of exclusion and mistrust.
- The United Nations considers the deal an important step but acknowledges challenges in implementation.
- Experts note gaps between those who signed the pact and the authorities who must carry it out, as well as unclear interim governance plans.
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