On the eve of Libya’s 73rd Independence Day, Mohamed Al-Senussi, the son of the former Crown Prince, emphasised that adopting the royal constitution and the system on which the Libyan state was originally built is crucial for preserving the country’s unity.
In a televised address on Sunday, Al-Senussi vowed not to allow Libya to face division or become a battleground for regional or international conflicts.
Reflecting on the nation’s history, Al-Senussi praised the foundational efforts of Libya’s independence leaders in 1951, led by King Idris Al-Senussi, who proclaimed Libya’s statehood after years of struggle.
He acknowledged the current challenges, describing them as even more complex than those preceding the nation’s birth, citing years of chaos, division, and corruption.
Al-Senussi criticised power struggles and resource exploitation by political factions, urging Libyans to reclaim their sovereignty.
He highlighted his ongoing consultations with various social, political, and cultural groups across Libya, finding a collective desire for unity, stability, and efficient resource management.
He argued that reinstating the royal constitution offers a democratic and constitutional foundation for rebuilding the nation, ensuring free elections and peaceful power transitions.
Al-Senussi admitted this path would be difficult given the prevailing mistrust among political factions and citizens, but he expressed optimism that ongoing national dialogues could pave the way for reconciliation and unity.
In his concluding remarks, Al-Senussi reaffirmed his commitment to protecting Libya from fragmentation and external interference.
He called on Libyans to draw inspiration from their forefathers who fought for independence, declaring that the nation’s sovereignty and unity must remain non-negotiable.
