Libya’s Attorney General Al-Siddiq Al-Sour met with officials from the Italian Ministry of Justice to address Libya’s request for the transfer of five Libyan prisoners serving sentences in Italy. The proposal aims to allow them to complete their sentences in Libyan correctional facilities and establish a mechanism to monitor the conditions of Libyan inmates detained in Italy.
The two sides also exchanged views on enhancing criminal justice systems in Libya, maintaining their quality, and fostering judicial cooperation and expertise exchange between the two countries.
The visit by Al-Sour comes in response to an invitation from Italian authorities, following Speaker of the House of Representatives Ageela Saleh’s recent visit to Italy, during which he called for clemency or intervention regarding the Libyan prisoners’ case.
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.
