Mohamed Al-Mubasher, Chairman of Libya’s Council of Elders for Reconciliation, has called on all Libyans to unite and collaborate for the country’s development.
In a Facebook post, Al-Mubasher emphasized, “To prevent further loss, we must recognize that our nation is greater than any tribe or ethnicity.”
He continued, “Our nation is the pulse that runs through our veins and the sky that shelters us without discrimination. Love for our country is indivisible; how can we love Libya and yet hate some of its people? How can we proudly celebrate Libya while sowing seeds of division?”
Addressing Libyans across all councils and state institutions, including legislators, governments, and public and private entities, he said, “Our nation is the hope that brings us together and the embrace that unites us with a heart that accommodates everyone. We cannot build Libya by dividing it; we must unite and cooperate. Let us rise above all differences to create a bright future for our country, reflecting the greatness of this nation that deserves all our love and sacrifices.”
Al-Mubasher concluded, “In our love for Libya, we are all brothers, building together, dreaming together, and advancing together, ensuring that Libya remains always and forever greater than all of us.”
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.
