2024-04-19 02:42:22
“It is frustrating to see individuals holding positions of power who put their personal interests before the needs of their country.” With these clear words, the UN envoy to Libya, Abdullah Batelli, concluded his arduous and thorny mission, ending with a sudden resignation, a year and a half of the failed search for a solution that “satisfies the Libyans and does not anger the officials.” .
Batelli chose the timing of his resignation carefully, to come after a briefing full of frustration, which he presented to the Security Council last night, Tuesday, in which he was keen on clarity, to convey a message that decision-makers in Libya do not want a solution that reduces their interests, even if it is in the interest of their country.
How did Batelli summarize his mission in Libya?
Batelli spoke with regret about the fate of his attempts to push the Libyan leaders towards a national solution, but his attempts faced “stubborn resistance and were met with illogical expectations and indifference to the interests of the Libyan people.”
“The division in the regional and global scene” encouraged Libyan leaders to become stubborn, and the efforts led by the United Nations to help resolve the political crisis in Libya through elections resonated at home and at the regional level.
How did Batelli describe the positions of the Libyan parties?
All parties, according to Patelli, contributed to obstructing a solution.
Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Dabaiba and President of the Supreme Council of State Mohamed Takala named their representatives for the proposed dialogue, but they set preconditions regarding electoral laws and the constitution.
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aguila Saleh, linked his participation in the dialogue to the formation of a new government by the House, which he heads despite the expiration of his term.
Haftar stipulated that he would invite the government supported by him in the east, or cancel the invitation of the Tripoli government in the west.
The tripartite Cairo meeting and the understandings and agreements that resulted from it had no effect, and during his meetings with the parties to the tripartite statement, Batelli noticed a difference in opinions and an absence of details of the results that resulted, in addition to the absence of acceptance on the part of the Libyan leaders who were not a party to this. the meeting.
The Libyan leaders set preconditions and show the opposite of what they believe, and until this moment, they have not made any gesture to show their good intentions.
What did Batelli warn before his resignation?
Individual initiatives undertaken by some parties regarding the Libyan crisis lead to unnecessary complications and contribute to maintaining the status quo.
The general public’s concerns are intensifying regarding the decline of international consensus towards Libya due to the risks.
Libya has turned into a playing field where competition rages between regional and international parties driven by geopolitical, political and economic interests.
The rivalry that went beyond Libya’s borders and affected the neighborhood as a result of the renewed struggle among players inside and outside the country over Libya, its location, and its abundant resources.
– The eternal difficulties faced by marginalized regions with regard to political participation, economic inclusion, provision of services, lack of social justice, and the suffering of political prisoners and their aspirations to obtain equal rights.
Loss of the opportunity for national reconciliation and the risk of insecurity again.
The economic situation has become more complicated and the state of tension has increased amid warnings from the Central Bank of Libya about an imminent liquidity crisis.
Significantly fueling public anger with growing concerns about rising prices for basic goods and services, including medical care.
Calls made by Patelli in his last speech
He appealed to the National Unity Government to allocate the necessary funds for elections in all municipal councils.
He called for immediate agreement on a national budget and resolutely addressing significant deficiencies in the transparent, fair and accountable management of state resources.
Putting an end to the selfish insistence shown by the current leaders to maintain the status quo through delaying tactics and maneuvers at the expense of the Libyan people.
Libyan leaders must reach a political settlement based on negotiations.
Do not allow the narrow interests of a few people to overshadow the aspirations of 8.2 million registered Libyan voters.
Members of the Security Council must assume their responsibility in word and deed, and oblige Libyan and regional stakeholders to support the efforts of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya.
Giving priority to women’s economic empowerment.
Risks that Libyans and the international community must confront
– The increasing possibility of undermining peace and stability, especially in cities such as Tripoli, Misrata, and Zawiya.
The presence of armed parties and the spread of heavy weapons in the Libyan capital raises serious concern, as it constitutes a clear threat to the safety of the civilian population.
The militarization of the armed forces in the three regions and the military maneuvers carried out by the Libyan armed forces near the ceasefire line east of Sirte pose a threat to the ceasefire agreement.
The state of political impasse and lack of stability in neighboring countries, southern Libya, from which many foreign fighters and mercenaries originate.
– Increasing kidnappings, enforced disappearances and arbitrary arrests, committed by security forces under conditions of impunity, in the eastern, southern and western regions alike.
The dire situation of migrants and refugees in Libya, and the human rights violations they are exposed to at all stages of the migration process.
Battelle, a Senegalese politician, has been the UN Special Envoy to Libya since September 25, 2022.
Batelli holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in History from the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom, in addition to a PhD from Cheikh Anta Diop University. He is fluent in English, French, Soninke and Wolof.
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Posted byUNSMIL United Nations Support Mission in LibyaOn Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Last updated: April 17, 2024 – 23:54
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