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Libya Review
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
UK Denies Embassy Convoy Was Targeted in Armed Attack in Libya
The British Embassy in Libya has denied reports claiming its diplomatic convoy was targeted in a robbery attempt in Tripoli. A diplomatic source clarified that while the convoy came under gunfire early Tuesday morning, there was no indication the attack was an attempted hijacking. The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. as three embassy vehicles were returning from Mitiga Airport. Near the Qargji area, a white Toyota Land Cruiser, allegedly linked to an armed group under the Government of National Unity, obstructed one of the embassy's vehicles before intentionally ramming it. Shortly after the collision, gunmen in the Land Cruiser fired at the convoy, damaging two of the vehicles. However, no casualties were reported, and all embassy personnel reached safety. The British Embassy has since demanded clarification and accountability from Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba's government, urging a full investigation into the armed group's involvement. The embassy emphasized that the gunfire was not directly aimed at killing or injuring staff, but condemned the aggression as a serious threat to diplomatic safety. It also confirmed that no personnel were harmed in the attack. This latest security breach comes amid growing concerns over the proliferation of armed groups in Tripoli and their unchecked influence, especially at a time of heightened political instability and civilian protests across the capital. The British mission reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a diplomatic presence in Libya while expecting greater protection and coordination from the host government. Tags: Armed AttackBritish Embassylibyatripoli
Libya Review
21-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Can Mass Protests Force Political Change in Libya?
For the sixth consecutive week, massive protests erupted in Tripoli's Martyrs' Square on Friday, with thousands of Libyans demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba and his Government of National Unity. Frustrated by worsening living conditions, economic mismanagement, and growing insecurity, demonstrators continue to voice their anger in one of the capital's most visible public displays in recent years. Protesters carried banners accusing the government of corruption and failing to provide basic services. Many called for the disbanding of armed groups operating outside state control and urged their integration into a unified national army. They argue that the unchecked proliferation of weapons, particularly in western Libya, continues to undermine stability and fuel lawlessness. Adding momentum to the gathering, fans of Al-Ahli Tripoli Sports Club joined the demonstration after greeting their handball team at Mitiga International Airport following its victory in the Libyan Cup. Their chants, including 'The people want the government to fall,' echoed the core demands of the protest movement. The wave of unrest began in mid-May following violent clashes in Tripoli after the killing of Abdulghani al-Kikli, the former head of the Stability Support Apparatus. The incident sparked days of deadly confrontations, with significant casualties and damage to both public and private property. The unrest exposed deep fractures within the security apparatus and intensified calls for genuine reform. Demonstrators remain united in their demand for a new government capable of restoring security, organizing long-delayed elections, and addressing mounting economic hardships. Despite public pressure, the Dbaiba administration has yet to offer a meaningful response. Analysts warn that the sustained protests could mark a pivotal moment in Libya's post-2011 transition. The scale and persistence of public mobilization are being seen as a serious challenge to the government's legitimacy. With no clear resolution in sight, the pressure on political leaders, both in Tripoli and in the east, is expected to grow. Tags: Abdul Hamid DbaibalibyaPrime MinisterProteststripoli
Libya Review
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
How Long Can Dbaiba Hold On as Libya Protests Intensify?
Thousands of Libyans took to the streets of Tripoli on Friday evening in one of the largest protest waves the capital has seen in recent months, calling for the immediate resignation of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba and the formation of a unified transitional government. Demonstrators gathered in Algeria Square and spread across key neighborhoods, echoing growing frustration with the government's failure to lead the country out of crisis. The protesters voiced deep discontent over deteriorating living conditions, corruption, and the prolonged delay of national elections. Many carried banners demanding political reform, economic accountability, and an end to what they described as a government unable to manage Libya's transition or deliver basic public services. The demonstrations were not limited to Tripoli. Large groups of protesters arrived from neighboring western cities, including Zawiya, Sabratha, and Ajilat, showing a regional swell of public anger. Protesters chanted slogans denouncing Dbaiba's leadership and called for the immediate implementation of long-delayed presidential and parliamentary elections. Critics accuse Dbaiba of clinging to power beyond his interim mandate and using political maneuvering to delay elections initially scheduled for December 2021. The lack of a unified national roadmap, continued political infighting, and the persistent influence of armed groups have fueled public outrage. Protesters vowed to continue mobilizing until their demands for a new, inclusive political leadership are met. Activists stressed that only a government committed to transparency, fair elections, and national reconciliation can restore stability and pave the way for Libya's future. Tags: Abdul Hamid DbaibalibyaPrime MinisterProteststripoli
Libya Review
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Dbaiba Rejects Parliament's Attempt to Form New Government
On Wednesday, Libya's Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba firmly rejected efforts by the Parliament to appoint a new government, warning against what he described as a return to 'unproductive transitional phases.' Speaking during a meeting with the First Deputy President of the High Council of State and several of its members at the Prime Minister's Office, Dbaiba stated that such steps lack popular legitimacy and do not reflect the will of the Libyan people. Dbaiba reiterated that the only path forward is to end the cycle of interim governments and move directly toward holding comprehensive and inclusive presidential and parliamentary elections. 'There is no legitimacy to any attempt that prolongs the crisis,' he said, calling for a public referendum as a decisive mechanism to bypass political paralysis. He criticised the leadership of the House of Representatives for deliberately stalling the electoral process, accusing them of obstructing the path to a unified and democratic Libya. 'Our vision is to permanently end transitional stages and fulfill the demands of the people through the ballot box, not through imposed political deals,' Dbaiba said. On the security front, the Prime Minister emphasized his government's ongoing commitment to dismantling armed groups operating outside state authority. He stressed the importance of consolidating formal military and police institutions as essential pillars for national stability and law enforcement. Dbaiba also urged enhanced coordination between the government and the High Council of State to overcome artificial political obstacles and advance institutional reform. 'It's time to unite behind a national agenda focused on rebuilding state institutions, restoring security, and enabling elections,' he added. This statement comes as the Libyan parliament accelerates its push to name a replacement government. However, Dbaiba remains defiant, underscoring that any such move, in his view, would only deepen division and derail the political process. Tags: Abdul Hamid DbaibalibyaparliamentPrime MinisterUnified Government
Libya Review
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Protesters in Libya Call for End to GNU Rule Under Dbaiba
Thousands of Libyans took to the streets of Tripoli and cities across western Libya on Friday in one of the most significant public uprisings in years. Demonstrators rallied under the slogan 'Friday of Salvation' to demand the immediate resignation of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba and the end of Libya's prolonged transitional phase. In Tripoli, large crowds gathered in Martyrs' Square after Friday prayers, chanting slogans such as 'The people want the downfall of the regime.' Many carried placards condemning what they described as widespread corruption and failed leadership under Dbaiba's Government of National Unity (GNU), which has been in power since early 2021. The protests soon spread to the headquarters of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), where hundreds of demonstrators called on the international community to withdraw its recognition of Dbaiba's government. Protesters demanded immediate presidential and parliamentary elections, accusing the GNU of deliberately delaying the vote to remain in power. The unrest extended beyond the capital. Demonstrations erupted in cities including Zawiya, Sabratha, and Surman, where participants echoed the same demands for political change. A particularly notable development occurred in Misrata—Prime Minister Dbaiba's hometown—where hundreds of residents joined the protests, calling for the formation of a new government and an end to militia violence in the west. The wave of protests highlights mounting public frustration over Libya's stalled political process, deepening economic hardships, and growing insecurity in the capital. More than a decade after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya remains divided between rival political factions, with no elected president or parliament and a deeply fragmented state. Despite repeated international pledges and local dialogue efforts, national elections have been delayed multiple times. Many Libyans now view Dbaiba's interim government as an obstacle to progress rather than a pathway to stability. Friday's protests reflect a widening rejection of the status quo and signal renewed calls for accountability, political renewal, and an urgent end to transitional governance. Tags: Abdul Hamid DbaibalibyaProteststripoli
