Libyan Foreign Minister of the Parliament-designate government, Abdel-Hadi Al-Hwaij, accompanied by Faraj Al-Hassi, Director of International Organizations, met with Yann Fridez, Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) mission, and his delegation.
The meeting focused on the ICRC’s humanitarian activities across Libya. They discussed the challenges and obstacles to delivering humanitarian services. Both parties emphasised the importance of adhering to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ directive issued in May.
This directive mandates working through local partners and developing strategic plans and programmes in partnership while ensuring non-interference in political and religious matters.
The ICRC chief praised the strategic role played by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs during the Daniel cyclone crisis.
He highlighted the ministry’s prominent role in coordinating with government and non-governmental organisations and linking them with the international community.
On 10 September 2023, a devastating storm swept through several eastern regions of Libya, notably the cities of Derna, Benghazi, Al-Bayda, Al-Marj, and Sousse. This resulted in significant destruction and led to the loss of thousands of lives, injuries, and missing individuals.
According to the World Bank, approximately 44,000 individuals, including 16,000 children, were displaced as a result of the storm.
