Amid a political deadlock, Qatar reiterates its support for the stability of Libya

 

During a meeting between Qatari and French diplomats on Tuesday in Paris, Qatar reiterated its support for the unity and stability of Libya.

According to Doha’s foreign ministry, the matter was discussed between Qatar’s Assistant Foreign Minister for Regional Affairs Mohammed Al Khulaifi and Special Envoy of the French President to Libya Paul Soler.

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Al Khulaifi stressed Qatar’s support for “the political track in Libya” and “all peaceful solutions that preserve Libya’s unity, stability, and sovereignty.

The meeting came just weeks after fighting broke out between armed groups that are linked to the Presidency Council in the cities of Tripoli and Misrata. According to Reuters, at least 13 people, including three civilians, were killed in the standoff.

Several rounds of violence have erupted across the country as the country’s political unrest continues.

Political divide

Libya has witnessed rising tensions between the UN-backed Government of National Unity (GNU), led by Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Dbeibeh, and the newly-appointed rival administration of Fathi Bashagha.

The GNU came to power last year following a long period of instability following the overthrow of former dictator Muammar Gaddafi. Qatar has long supported the widely recognised administration and called for a political resolution to the ongoing turmoil.

The Dbeibeh government was scheduled to remain in power until the December presidential elections in 2021. However, the date was changed days ahead of the elections to 24 January this year by the High National Election Committee (HNEC).

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