Member of the Oil Crescent Movement, Suleiman Al-Huweij has confirmed that no tankers will be allowed to enter for filling until all their demands are met.
In a statement to Fawasil, Al-Huweij said, “We have halted all export operations at the ports of the Oil Crescent, including the Hariga and Zueitina ports.”
He added, “We will not allow tankers to enter for filling until all our demands are fulfilled,” noting that “only internal operations and refining processes are continuing within the ports.”
Al-Huweij concluded by stating their demands: “We call for the management of five companies to be transferred to the Oil Crescent region, namely Waha Oil Company, Zueitina Oil Company, Harouge Oil Operations, and the Sarir and Mabruk companies.”
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.
