The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General in Libya, Hanna Tetteh, met on Thursday in Tunis with members of the Joint Military Commission (5+5) to review progress in implementing and sustaining Libya’s nationwide ceasefire.
According to the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), the talks centered on reinforcing the ceasefire agreement and accelerating the withdrawal of foreign forces, foreign fighters, and mercenaries — a key provision of the October 2020 Geneva agreement.
The 5+5 Commission reaffirmed its dedication, along with that of its subcommittees, to fully uphold the truce and to take practical steps toward ensuring Libya’s security and stability. Members stressed that removing non-Libyan combatants remains essential for restoring full sovereignty and reducing the risk of renewed conflict.
Tetteh underscored that political and security progress must move forward together. She emphasized that advances in the political process, including a credible roadmap to elections, will strengthen security gains, while lasting security will create the environment necessary for political reconciliation.
The meeting highlighted the Commission’s continued role as one of the few functional forums for cooperation between eastern and western military representatives. Despite Libya’s prolonged political deadlock, the 5+5 framework has been instrumental in maintaining relative calm on the ground for nearly four years.
Both sides agreed on the need for sustained dialogue and coordination, with the UN pledging continued technical and mediation support. UNSMIL reiterated its readiness to work closely with international partners to ensure full implementation of the ceasefire’s terms.
