The General Authority for Hajj and Umrah Affairs has announced the passing of a Libyan pilgrim in the holy lands today, Monday.
In a statement, the authority clarified that “the deceased is Hajj Muftah Imran Ramadan Mansour, from the Green Mountain Coordination Group 601.”
It is scheduled that “his body will be prayed over in the Grand Mosque in Mecca after completing all procedures, and he will be buried in the Al-Sharaia cemetery.” The Libyan Hajj mission extended their heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, asking Allah Almighty to shower him with His mercy and grant him a place in His vast paradise.
It is noteworthy that the interim Government of National Unity (GNU) allocated over 500 Hajj spots this season for those affected by Storm Daniel in the city of Derna and some areas of the Green Mountain, as stated by Prime Minister Abdel-Hamid Dbaiba earlier today, Monday.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.
The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition.
Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
