On Sunday, the National Commission for Human Rights in Libya (NCHRL) placed “full legal accountability for the safety, life, and destiny of the abducted persons on the military and security authorities in both Tripoli and Benghazi.”
In a statement, the Commission demanded the “immediate release of the abducted individuals by those implicated in these actions. As well as an end to the arbitrary practices and detentions that starkly violate human rights and citizenship, flout the rule of law and justice, and are treated as serious, non-expiring crimes under international humanitarian law and prevailing national legislations.”
Moreover, the NCHRL urged a halt to “any targeting of the judiciary,” insisting on their “necessary protection while they perform their duties.” It demanded an assurance that “such infringements will not be replicated, and the ones responsible for them will be held liable.”
It also called on the Attorney General’s Office to “initiate an exhaustive investigation into the incidents and cases of kidnapping and arbitrary detentions involving numerous citizens recently.”
The Commission insisted on “pursuing those accountable, bringing them to justice, and terminating the situation of impunity for crimes of kidnapping, arbitrary arrest, and enforced disappearance. They stress the importance of guaranteeing the rights of the victims and those affected by these human rights-infringing practices, which undermine the rule of law and justice.”
Libya has experienced significant political unrest and conflict since the Arab Spring in 2011, which resulted in the overthrow of long-time ruler Muammar Gaddafi. Since then, the country has been the scene of ongoing violence and instability with multiple groups vying for power.
Nonetheless, the situation remains complex and the path to peace, stability, and respect for human rights in Libya continues to be challenging. It’s a multifaceted issue that requires international cooperation, comprehensive reforms, and unified effort from all Libyan parties.